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| 4021 - Agriculture & Natural Resources | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.1) | 333 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.2) | 70 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.3) | 33 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
| 4021.4) | 14 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
Author: Janet Turley
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
The Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund (KADF) administers a Youth Agriculture Incentives Program (YAIP), to provide support to youth actively engaged in agriculture education activities. YAIP applicants may receive up to $1500 reimbursement per year and is for ages 9-18. This 50-50 cost share program is available to county entities interested in applying to be an administrator for this program.The Warren County 4-H Council became a YAIP administrator in the fall of 2021. For the past two yea
Author: Janet Turley
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Kentucky’s #1 agricultural industry is poultry, employing 7,000 direct jobs. It is important that youth learn about this industry that generates $900 million annually. Poultry also has several health benefits including a great source of nutrients and lean protein. With the obesity epidemic, learning the benefits of eating poultry will help Americans achieve a healthier weight.To introduce youth to the importance of the poultry industry, Warren County started a poultry club in 2012. Current
