1054 - Farmer's Markets | ||
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1054.1) | 250 |
Number of participants gaining access to Extension programming at local farmer’s markets |
Author: Daniel Carpenter
Major Program: Farmer's Markets
Our LaRue County Farmers Market has struggled throughout the years due to the proximity of other strong Farmers Markets. This was our first year to set up in the LaRue County High School parking lot which was closer to high traffic areas, the school's summer feeding program site, and the high schools aquaponic greenhouse which will be selling lettuce in the market in 2021. We have continued to increase access to, and the amount of, locally produced foods based on sales, number of vendors, nu