Ohio County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
| 4021 - Agriculture & Natural Resources | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.1) | 838 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.2) | 278 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.3) | 448 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
| 4021.4) | 10 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
Success Stories
Ohio County Youth Ag Days
Author: Gary Druin
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Agriculture in Kentucky is one of the state’s leading and most vital industries, contributing about $45.6 billion to Kentucky’s economy each year. Kentucky’s 75,966 farms are constantly changing to keep up with consumer demand and the ever-growing world population. Youth understanding the importance of Kentucky Agriculture to their everyday existence includes a basic understanding of food and fiber production, processing, and marketing products. Ag Days goals are to expo
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4-H Youth Entrepreneurship
Author: Gary Druin
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
“The greatest investment of all is in our youth,” Gov. Andy Beshear said. “The next generation in agriculture is supported and encouraged through funding projects such as the Youth Agriculture Incentives Program sponsored by the Kentucky Agriculture Development Fund. Engaging 4-H youth in agriculture - an available, opportune and essential sector for growth - is critical to strengthening local food systems, feeding communities and providing gainful employment opportunities
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