Fayette County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1051 - Horticulture, Commercial | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1051.1) | 11 |
Number of growers who gained knowledge in commercial horticulture including: improved pest and disease management, improved soil management, how to interpret a soil test and apply fertilizer accordingly, recommended crop varieties, improved crop management such as trellising, pruning, harvesting, timing of operations, etc. |
| 1051.3) | 1 |
Number of farmers and farmer market vendors who gained knowledge on crop diversification |
| 1051.4) | 0 |
Number of growers who adopted techniques that extended the growing season |
| 1051.5) | 0 |
Number for growers who diversified crop production |
| 1051.11) | 0 |
Number of growers who conducted foliar tissue testing |
| 1051.12) | 0 |
Number of growers who implemented irrigation systems |
| 1051.14) | 1 |
Number of growers who planned and practiced crop rotation |
Success Stories
Mapping Light for Year-Round Greenhouse Success in Kentucky
Author: Qinglu Ying
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
Describe the Issue or Situation.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).Provide the Number and Description(s) of Participants/Target Audience.Provide a Statement of Outcomes or Program Impact. Please note that the outcomes statement must use evaluation data to describe the change(s) that occurred in individuals, groups, families, businesses, or in the community because of the program/outreach.
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Reviving Float Beds for New Crop Opportunities in CEA
Author: Qinglu Ying
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
Interest in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is rapidly increasing in Kentucky, as it provides an opportunity to grow local, year-round fruits and vegetables. Among all the hydroponic systems, many former tobacco growers already have access to float bed systems, originally used to grow tobacco transplants. These systems are underutilized and present a cost-effective option for producing high-value crops like leafy greens and vegetable transplants. However, there is limited guidance avail
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