Extension
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| 1054 - Farmer's Markets | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1054.1) | 300 |
Number of participants gaining access to Extension programming at local farmer’s markets |
Author: Courtney Jenkins
Major Program: Farmer's Markets
The increase in grocery store food prices, coupled with the recent local food movement, has driven consumers to seek out fresh, local food options. These factors, among others, have certainly contributed to the success of the Magoffin County Farmers’ Market.After working with community leaders and potential vendors to facilitate the establishment of the county’s first farmers’ market in 2015, the CEA for ANR has focused on educational trainings to improve marketing and increase
Author: Courtney Jenkins
Major Program: Farmer's Markets
Post-harvest handling is an aspect of fruit and vegetable production that is often disregarded when growing fruits and vegetables for market. Failing to properly handle and prepare produce for consumers can not only result in the spread of bacteria and disease, having detrimental impact on farmers and their business, but also negatively affect the quality and shelf-life.To help address this issue, the CEA for ANR partnered with Grow Appalachia in the spring of 2018 to host a Post-Harvest Handlin
