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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Fayette County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





1032 - Master Gardener
1032.6) 100

Number of indirect contacts made by Master Gardeners

1032.9) 70

Number of master gardener volunteers who believe they developed skills they can use in other areas of their lives

1032.2) 25

Number of people with less than 1 year as Master Gardener

1032.7) 0

Number of Master Gardeners who completed a University of Kentucky Leadership Training Course

1032.5) 35

Number of direct contacts made by Master Gardeners

1032.8) 60

Number of Master Gardener volunteers who believe the Master Gardener program greatly improves the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service’s connection to the local community

1032.1) 70

Number of certified Master Gardeners and active volunteers

1032.4) 600

Number of continuing education hours completed  by Master Gardeners

1032.3) 0

Number of Master Gardener hours completed in county



Success Stories

Expanding Reach Through Volunteers

Author: Jamie Dockery

Major Program: Master Gardener

The Fayette County horticulture program plays a vital role in supporting the local community in one of Kentucky's largest cities, home to a population of X residents. With just two full-time horticulture staff members, meeting the growing demand for expert horticultural guidance can be a challenge. However, the program leverages the incredible power of a dedicated group of trained Extension Master Gardener volunteers, enhancing its reach and impact across the county.In Fayette County, becomi

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