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| 4011 - Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4011.4) | 40 |
Number of youth who are more aware of local farmer’s markets and community gardens |
| 4011.2) | 30 |
Number of youth that can keep production, performance or financial records on their 4-H agriculture projects |
| 4011.1) | 120 |
Number of youth who demonstrate a skill that was learned and/or improved by participating in a 4-H ANR project, program, event or activity |
| 4011.3) | 400 |
Number of youth who understands the role of agriculture in the production of food and fiber |
Author: Marsha Hagler
Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum
Nelson County 4-H is excited to have an expanded interest in 4-H Animal projects. Interest in small animal projects has increased with the changing demographics of our county. According to the Census of Agriculture, almost 500 of the 1,326 farms in Nelson County in 2012 were between 10 and 49 acres. With the increasing numbers of small or hobby farms, the youth and families are more interested in educational opportunities for small animals such as rabbits, goats, and poultry. Nelson C
Author: Luke Fries
Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum
According to the 2012 Kentucky Agriculture Statistics Service, Nelson County ranks in the top 15 Kentucky counties for swine, horse, dairy and cattle production as well as having a growing meat goat population. Despite the large number and wide variety of livestock producers in Nelson County, youth participating in 4-H Livestock Programs have steadily declined over the last 10 years. Certified Livestock Volunteers provided a 4-H livestock program that incorporates learning hands on livestock pro
