Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1054 - Farmer's Markets | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1054.1) | 142 |
Number of participants gaining access to Extension programming at local farmer’s markets |
Author: Lynn Blankenship
Major Program: Farmer's Markets
According to Kentucky Health Facts: Only 19 - 23 % of residents in Metcalfe County consume the recommended number of servings of fruits and vegetables daily. 20% of Metcalfe County Adult residents are diagnosed with having type II Diabetes and 33% of adults in Metcalfe County are missing 6 or more teeth. In order to make the freshest, best tasting and most affordable produce available locally, the Metcalfe County Farmer's market operates on Friday's from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. from
