Owen County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021
| 1031 - Horticulture, Consumer and Home | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1031.1) | 173 |
Number of people who gained knowledge in consumer and home horticulture including: native plants, disease and pests, composting, site analysis, and proper maintenance |
| 1031.12) | 91 |
Number of people who used Extension information to make decisions on site selection, varieties, and /or maintenance |
Success Stories
Gardening Within Boundaries
Author: Kendal Bowman
Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home
During the COVID-19 pandemic many Owen Countians took interest in trying to raise their own food like their ancestors did. The Owen County Ag Agent Kendal Bowman and NEP Assistant Mimi Quiroz partnered with the 2020 Victory Garden Campaign to teach local residents how to raise food in small areas. Bowman and Quiroz brainstormed and decided to teach a series on how to raise a pallet garden. Over 6 families participated. Their mission was to empower the participants with the skills and resources t
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