Bath County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020





1061 - Sustainable Agriculture
1061.2) 4

Number of producers that implemented sustainable practices as a result of participating in Extension programs

1061.1) 15

Number of those indicating an increased awareness of sustainable agriculture practices



Success Stories

Introduction to Hemp production

Author: Robert Amburgey

Major Program: Sustainable Agriculture

The Bath County Extension Office hosted the east region Hemp production meeting which was designed to provide technical information related to hemp production.  The program was designed to address the needs of both beginner and established growers.  Topics included in the program included: Production systems, site selection and soils, budgets and risk management, cultivar information, fertility, planting, pests and risks, harvest and equipment.The participants spent 8 hours with UK spe

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