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| 1051 - Horticulture, Commercial | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1051.3) | 0 |
Number of farmers and farmer market vendors who gained knowledge on crop diversification |
| 1051.4) | 20 |
Number of growers who adopted techniques that extended the growing season |
| 1051.5) | 0 |
Number for growers who diversified crop production |
| 1051.11) | 0 |
Number of growers who conducted foliar tissue testing |
| 1051.12) | 10 |
Number of growers who implemented irrigation systems |
| 1051.1) | 50 |
Number of growers who gained knowledge in commercial horticulture including: improved pest and disease management, improved soil management, how to interpret a soil test and apply fertilizer accordingly, recommended crop varieties, improved crop management such as trellising, pruning, harvesting, timing of operations, etc. |
| 1051.14) | 20 |
Number of growers who planned and practiced crop rotation |
Author: Roger Mollette
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
Martin County has 12,500 residents while 37% live below poverty level with a median income of only $22,497.00. Residents of the county have a need for fresh fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this year's Farmers' Market was a challenge. All produce had to be packaged separately, masks worn and social distancing practiced.The Martin County Farmers Market participated in the POP Program(Power of Produce) during National Farmers Market week, Augu
Author: Roger Mollette
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
Martin County has one of the largest apple orchards in the state with 120,000 trees planted for the first round. Another 200,000 Honey Crisp trees are planned for the near future. A grant for 3.2 million dollars has been received for a processing facility that will be located near the orchard site. The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service will play a vital role in the “Apple Atcha” project by working with farmers in Martin, as well as, the surrounding
