Owen County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





1019 - Small Farm Diversification
1019.11) 14

Number of farmers who have diversified their small farms, or added “new enterprises”

1019.121) 2

Number of farmers who implemented new practices as a result of attending Third Thursday events (KSU)

1019.1) 5

Number of farmers who had better understanding of sustainable production systems because they attended Third Thursday events (KSU)



Success Stories

Ag Funding Workshop

Author: Kendal Bowman

Major Program: Small Farm Diversification

On April 4th, 2024, Kendal Bowman, Owen County's Agricultural Agent, orchestrated an impactful event aimed at addressing the pressing concerns of the region's farming community. With 145 attendees, including seasoned farmers, agriculturalists, and homesteaders, the Ag Funding Workshop was a testament of the pressing issue of inflation in operating costs, a looming threat to farmers, beginning farmers, and homesteaders alike.Through meticulous planning, Kendal ensured that attendees depar

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