Bourbon County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
| 4021 - Agriculture & Natural Resources | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.1) | 25 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.2) | 12 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.3) | 75 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
| 4021.4) | 5 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
Success Stories
4-H Livestock
Author: Lois Carter
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Livestock and Animal Science projects continue to be the largest, most viable projects offered in Bourbon County 4-H. Even though it may be one of the oldest, most traditional aspects of 4-H, one cannot discount its importance, due to the fact that livestock and livestock products statistically amount to about half of the farm income in Kentucky. Due to that fact, it remains extremely important that youth understand the role of agriculture in their lives along with the importance of livestock, l
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2024 Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference
Author: Lindsay Arthur
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
The 100th Annual Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference took place at the University of Kentucky from June 11th to 14th, 2024. The conference aimed to achieve several objectives for its participants, including developing leadership and teamwork skills, improving communication abilities, fostering civic engagement, expanding knowledge in 4-H core content areas, and enhancing social skills through networking. Additionally, the event provided an opportunity for youth to become acquainted with the University
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Ag Safety Day Continues to make a difference
Author: Lindsay Arthur
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Agriculture ranks among the most hazardous industries. Farmers are at very high risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries; and farming is one of the few industries in which family members who often share the work and live on the premises, are also at risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries. According to CDC statistics, over 100 children are killed on farms each year in the United States. The Bourbon County Extension Office including the Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development, Horticult
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