Carroll County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020





1061 - Sustainable Agriculture
1061.2) 12

Number of producers that implemented sustainable practices as a result of participating in Extension programs

1061.1) 75

Number of those indicating an increased awareness of sustainable agriculture practices



Success Stories

Carroll County Agricultural Investment Program

Author: Christin Herbst

Major Program: Sustainable Agriculture

According to the 2017 Census of Agriculture, there are 50,908 acres of land in 308 farms in Carroll County.  The market value of products sold was reported to be $5,811,000.  Since the 1998 Master Tobacco Settlement Agreement, the pounds of tobacco harvested in Carroll County has decreased over 95% and the importance of diversifying agricultural operations from tobacco to other production areas has been vital.Supporting local agricultural producers is a high priority of the Carroll Cou

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Carroll County Extension Efforts During COVID-19

Author: Christin Herbst

Major Program: Sustainable Agriculture

The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, has made a significant impact across Kentucky, the United States, and the world.  The first case in Kentucky was confirmed on March 6.   As social distancing recommendations were put into place, the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service quickly transitioned to alternative educational delivery methods to support Kentuckians through a very fluid situation.  All agents and staff of the Carroll County Cooperative Extension Service utilized social medi

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