Bell County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1019 - Small Farm Diversification | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1019.11) | 3 |
Number of farmers who have diversified their small farms, or added “new enterprises” |
| 1019.121) | 0 |
Number of farmers who implemented new practices as a result of attending Third Thursday events (KSU) |
| 1019.1) | 0 |
Number of farmers who had better understanding of sustainable production systems because they attended Third Thursday events (KSU) |
Success Stories
Mushroom Log Inoculation
Author: Michelle Brock
Major Program: Small Farm Diversification
Our mushroom log inoculation program which occurred in late winter was an engaging, hands on educational program that introduces participants to the fascinating world of fungi cultivation. During the program, participants learn how to inoculate logs with mushroom spores, a process that allows mushrooms to grow and fruit over time. This hands-on experience often proves to be both enjoyable and rewarding, as participants get to witness the transformation of ordinary l
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