Simpson County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
1086 - Community Vitality and Leadership - ANR | ||
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1086.4) | 15 |
Number of volunteers addressing community issues by assessing needs, developing programs and/or implementing solutions |
1086.3) | 37 |
Number of empowered individuals engaged in coalitions or organizations to address a significant community issue |
1086.2) | 8 |
Number of strategies adopted and implemented to improve the community |
1086.1) | 21 |
Number of individuals that take on formal or informal leadership roles as a result of participation in an Extension leadership program |
Success Stories
Farm Tour
Author: Jason Phillips
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership - ANR
According to the latest census of agriculture only 2% of Americans feed the other 98% of the population. It becomes increasingly important to educate the public about local foods systems, agritourism and generally increase awareness about agriculture. Therefore, the Simpson County Ag Advisory Council identified the need to host a farm tour focusing on education for Simpson County residents. The farm tour took place on a Saturday to accommodate the majority of resident's wor
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