Harlan County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 4021 - Agriculture | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.1) | 4519 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.2) | 182 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
Success Stories
4-H Chicken Incubation Project
Author: Joshua Turner
Major Program: Agriculture
In today’s educational landscape, providing students with engaging, hands-on science experiences remains a critical challenge, especially in rural areas where access to resources and experiential learning opportunities can be limited. Students often lack a direct connection to life sciences, agriculture, and the natural world, which can impact their understanding of biology and reduce interest in STEM-related fields. To address this gap, Harlan County 4-H continued its tradition of offerin
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4-H Windowsill Garden Project
Author: Joshua Turner
Major Program: Agriculture
In Harlan County, KY, many students in grades K-4 through 6th face challenges related to food insecurity and limited access to fresh, nutritious food. Additionally, there is a disconnect between students and nature, with limited opportunities for hands-on learning about agriculture, sustainability, and healthy eating. These issues highlight the need for educational programs that engage young people in learning about food production and healthy lifestyles, while also fostering environmental stewa
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