McLean County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





2091 - Build Engaged and Empowered Communities – General
2091.1) 12

Number of Extension empowered individuals engaged in coalitions or organizations to address a significant community issue


Success Stories

Farm to Fork Returns

Author: John Fourqurean

Major Program: Build Engaged and Empowered Communities – General

In July of 2022, the Farm to Fork Diner made a comeback at the newly renovated Myer Creek Park Extension facility after a 2 year hiatus due to COVID-19 . There were approximately 250 citizens that attended the Dinner to hear Warren Beeler talk about his agriculture story. The purpose of the Farm to Fork Dinner is two-fold 1. The Mclean County Extension Service, This Ag Agent, the FCS agent and many Extension Volunteers work to educate the general public about where their food comes from and show

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