Casey County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1051 - Horticulture, Commercial | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1051.1) | 45 |
Number of growers who gained knowledge in commercial horticulture including: improved pest and disease management, improved soil management, how to interpret a soil test and apply fertilizer accordingly, recommended crop varieties, improved crop management such as trellising, pruning, harvesting, timing of operations, etc. |
| 1051.3) | 45 |
Number of farmers and farmer market vendors who gained knowledge on crop diversification |
| 1051.4) | 2 |
Number of growers who adopted techniques that extended the growing season |
| 1051.5) | 5 |
Number for growers who diversified crop production |
| 1051.11) | 3 |
Number of growers who conducted foliar tissue testing |
| 1051.12) | 38 |
Number of growers who implemented irrigation systems |
| 1051.14) | 40 |
Number of growers who planned and practiced crop rotation |
Success Stories
Commercial Vegetable Production Twilight Tour
Author: Kelsey Marcum
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
Describe the Issue or Situation:Vegetable producers in the county have expressed a need for updated, research-based practices to improve profitability and address production challenges in high tunnels, sweet corn, watermelon, and tomato systems. Key concerns included managing disease pressure, maintaining soil fertility, and exploring grafting techniques to improve tomato vigor and yield.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable):In response, the Cooperat
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