Daviess County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021





4021 - Agriculture
4021.1) 45

Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H agriculture programming (PRACTICE)

4021.2) 15

Number of youth who gained an understanding of the role of agriculture in the production of food, fiber, and wood products (KOSA)  

4021.3) 0

Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC)

4021.4) 0

Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC)



Success Stories

Concept of mastery taught through the 4-H Feeder Calf Project

Author: Stacey Potts

Major Program: Agriculture

Concept of Mastery taught through the 4-H Feeder Calf Project “In order to develop self-confidence, youth need to feel and believe they are capable, and they must experience success at solving problems and meeting challenges.  By exploring 4-H projects and activities, youth master skills to make positive career and life choices.  Additionally, youth need to have a safe environment for making mistakes and getting feedback, not just through competition, but also as an ongoing

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4-H & Landsafe Equestrian Clinic Works to Reduce Rider Injury

Author: Stacey Potts

Major Program: Agriculture

According to the 2012 Kentucky Equine Survey, there are approximately 1400 horses and ponies in Daviess County.   Over the past 10 years, Daviess County 4-H has had approximately 87 youth participate in equine programs, club events, shows and other competitions.  Nearly 50% of all sports-related traumatic brain injuries are equestrian related.  According to the CDC, the rate of serious injury per number of riding hours is estimated to be higher for horseback riders than for motorc

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