Extension
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| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
| 2066.4) | 2 |
Number of families/caregivers who reported supplementing their diets with healthy foods that they grew or preserved (community or backyard gardens, fishing, hunting, farmers markets) |
| 2066.5) | 40 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.2) | 30 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.1) | 40 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
Author: Keenan Bishop
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
When the pandemic reached the US and we entered lock-down, the Frankfort-Franklin County Emergency Management Center asked for volunteers to donate their time, items or space - for whatever may come. Since the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Service (FCCES) was closed to the public and Extension Agents were limited in what they could provide to the public, FCCES agents agreed to offer their time and the building space, if needed.The Frankfort-Franklin County Emergency Management Center off
Author: Tamera Magee
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The Franklin County FCS agent through a request from Paul Sawyier Library offered a class on using Cast Iron in cooking. The virtual presentation covered the purchase, seasoning, how to use and care for cast iron so that it can last from one generation to the next. Participants were able to ask questions ranging from cooking tips to restoration. According to library statistics, sixty-nine (69) individuals joined the live presentation. Since that time, the presentation has recei
Author: Tamera Magee
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
COVID-19 restrictions caused families to prepare more meals at home. For many families, food budgets were decreased due to job loss. Others may want to eliminate food waste by creatively using leftovers in soups. The Franklin Co. Cooperative Service partnered with the local library to offer Souper Quick. Soups are a great way to increase the variety of vegetables in one's diet. This Facebook live presentation focused on the types of soups and how to incorporate them when meal pla
