1061 - Sustainable Agriculture | ||
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1061.2) | 20 |
Number of producers that implemented sustainable practices as a result of participating in Extension programs |
1061.1) | 385 |
Number of those indicating an increased awareness of sustainable agriculture practices |
Author: Tad Campbell
Major Program: Sustainable Agriculture
Continuing efforts to educate our youth about the importance of agriculture and the origin of food, the Mason County Extension Service partnered with the Mason County Farm Bureau, Fleming Mason RECC, and a local producer to host a Youth Farm Day. The sixth grade students from Mason County Schools, St. Patrick Schools, and Robertson County Schools attended a one day event to learn about livestock production, crop production, horticulture, bees, tractor rollover safety, grain bin safety, and elect