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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Bourbon County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





1032 - Master Gardener
1032.6) 100

Number of indirect contacts made by Master Gardeners

1032.9) 20

Number of master gardener volunteers who believe they developed skills they can use in other areas of their lives

1032.2) 0

Number of people with less than 1 year as Master Gardener

1032.7) 0

Number of Master Gardeners who completed a University of Kentucky Leadership Training Course

1032.5) 300

Number of direct contacts made by Master Gardeners

1032.8) 20

Number of Master Gardener volunteers who believe the Master Gardener program greatly improves the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service’s connection to the local community

1032.1) 6

Number of certified Master Gardeners and active volunteers

1032.4) 30

Number of continuing education hours completed  by Master Gardeners

1032.3) 120

Number of Master Gardener hours completed in county



Success Stories

Master Gardener Program Cultivates Confidence and Community Impact in Bourbon County

Author: Anthony Tackett

Major Program: Master Gardener

In Bourbon County, the rising interest in sustainable gardening, local food production, and community beautification has highlighted a growing need for trained horticulture volunteers who can support these efforts with research-based knowledge. Many residents are eager to contribute but lack formal training and connection to Extension resources. In response, the Bourbon County office of the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service implemented the 2025 Master Gardener Program to addre

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