Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1054 - Farmer's Markets | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1054.1) | 21 |
Number of participants gaining access to Extension programming at local farmer’s markets |
Author: Kayla Walton
Major Program: Farmer's Markets
Menifee County, as well as many other Eastern Kentucky counties has a high obesity and chronic disease risk rate, especially in low-income audiencces. Increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables has been shown to decrease risk of some chronic diseases and improve health outcomes. The Farmer's Market provides an opportunity for the community to purchase local produce and is in a desirable location for shoppers. This also helps financially support the local economy and farming community.&n
