Bourbon County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





1031 - Horticulture, Consumer and Home
1031.12) 125

Number of people who used Extension information to make decisions on site selection, varieties, and /or maintenance  

1031.1) 450

Number of people who gained knowledge in consumer and home  horticulture including: native plants, disease and pests, composting, site analysis, and proper maintenance



Success Stories

Local Personal Food Production

Author: Anthony Tackett

Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home

Bourbon County Blooms: Horticulture Program Cultivates Local Food Production SuccessThe  Bourbon County Horticulture program is pleased to announce a flourishing season of local food production!  This year's program focused on empowering residents to grow their own fruits and vegetables, with impressive results.Planting the Seeds of Knowledge:Over 150 Direct Questions Answered: Residents across Bourbon County didn't hesitate to reach out! Our program fielded inquiries on a vari

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Bourbon County Extension Service: Growing Knowledge, One Consultation at a Time

Author: Anthony Tackett

Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home

The Bourbon County Extension Service continues to be a strong source of support for local communities, offering a wealth of educational resources through diverse outreach programs. This past year, the Horticulture program demonstrated a strong commitment to direct, hands-on learning by providing over 260 personalized consultations and individual meetings.These sessions catered to a variety of needs and learning styles. Residents received one-on-one guidance through phone calls, emails, office vi

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