Spencer County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.1) | 350 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
| 2066.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.5) | 25 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.4) | 4 |
Number of families/caregivers who reported supplementing their diets with healthy foods that they grew or preserved (community or backyard gardens, fishing, hunting, farmers markets) |
| 2066.3) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
Success Stories
Spencer County Ag Day
Author: Elizabeth Maxedon
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Describe the Issue or SituationChildren need to learn about agriculture to understand where their food comes from and appreciate the importance of farming in providing sustenance. This knowledge fosters a deeper connection to the environment and teaches them about the challenges and opportunities within the agricultural industry, which is crucial for sustainable food production and environmental stewardship.Recognizing this need, the Spencer County Cooperative Extension Service and the administr
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Hunger in Kentucky-Do More
Author: Elizabeth Maxedon
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Describe the Issue or Situation.Food insecurity is the consistent lack of enough food for everyone in a household to live an active, healthy life. According to 2018 data from the Feeding America website, the percentage of food insecurity in Kentucky is 14.8%. Hunger is a problem in every part of the United States. But it is more common in rural areas. Rural areas comprise less than two-thirds of all U.S. counties, but 9 out of 10 counties with the highest food insecurity rates are rural.&nb
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