McLean County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 1015 - Poultry/Small Flocks | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1015.14) | 0 |
Number of beginning farmers who implemented pastured poultry fencing and mobile housing |
| 1015.12) | 0 |
Number of potential or beginning producers who gained awareness about the National Poultry Improvement program (NPIP) |
| 1015.1) | 150 |
Number of producers who increased their knowledge on poultry health and nutrition |
| 1015.11) | 0 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge and understanding of pastured poultry for small and limited resource farmers |
Success Stories
McLean County Poultry Expo
Author: John Fourqurean
Major Program: Poultry/Small Flocks
In August of 2022 the McLean County Extension Service hosted the Poultry Expo at Myer Creek Park in Calhoun, KY. The Expo was moved from February 2022 because of a outbreak if Avian Influenza. This region is in the migratory flyway and during that time of year it is not a suitable time due to the possible spread of AI so it was moved to August. This Expo is held every other year and includes a trade show, educational meetings and a sponsored lunch featuring a poultry product produced locally. Th
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