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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


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





1082 - Economic and Business Development - ANR
1082.4) 0

Number of events providing local entrepreneurship opportunities

1082.3) 1

Number of business start-ups

1082.1) 1

Number of businesses retained or expanded (including new market opportunities)



Success Stories

How to Start a Food Business WATCH PARTY

Author: Von Barnes

Major Program: Economic and Business Development - ANR

The Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Office on Gardiner View buzzed with energy as a group of enthusiastic individuals gathered for a watch party focused on "How to Start a Food Business." This wasn't just about passively watching regional food presentations; it was an opportunity for local aspiring food entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and get support tailored to the Kentucky food landscape regarding policies and processes for getting started producing goods for market.Despi

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