Meade County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021





3002 - Agritourism Planning
3002.2) 0

Number of businesses implementing economic development plans

3002.3) 1

Number of economic development-related projects/plans created with Extension’s assistance

3002.1) 2

Number of businesses reached through Extension programming



Success Stories

Great Pumpkin Pursuit

Author: Andy Mills

Major Program: Agritourism Planning

For the fifth year in a row this ANR agent has collaborated with the KY Giant Pumpkin Grower's Association, Meade County Tourism Board, Meade County FFA, and a local Agritourism farm to plan and implement a national weigh-off for a giant vegetables especially pumpkins and watermelons.  People attended the event from seven different states, NY, KY, IN, AL, WV, TN, and PA.  It is estimated that this event generates nearly $10,000 for our community.  Spectators are given the chan

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