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





1021 - Local Food Systems
1021.7) 11

Number of vendors approved to redeem alternate payments including WIC and/or Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, Double Dollar programs, ect.  

1021.11) 6

Number of producers /vendors who increased or maintained access of locally produced foods based on sales and/or % of redemption of alternative payment programs

1021.8) 35

Number of producers/vendors who increased or maintained sales and/or reduced risk when selling food or food products

1021.6) 35

Number of people who used Extension resources for marketing, pricing, and/or advertising local foods

1021.4) 3

Number of producers who obtained value added processing certification (Home Based Microprocessing,  Home Based Processing, Better Processing ,Control School,  etc.)  

1021.5) 35

Number of people who earned certification to sell or provide samples at farmers market

1021.3) 0

Number of producers who completed FSMA - Produce Safety Rule or Third-Party GAP Audit  

1021.2) 11

Number of people who completed Extension Food safety (PBPT)

1021.1) 65

Number of people who attended training on food safety, food handling, food processing, liability, and/or marketing.  This includes: PBPT, GAP certification, Farmers Market samples, ….)



Success Stories

Pendleton County Extension Office Country Ham Project: A Recipe for Success

Author: Lindie Huffman

Major Program: Local Food Systems

Pendleton County Extension Office Country Ham Project: A Recipe for Success

**Pendleton County Extension Office Country Ham Project: A Recipe for Success**The Pendleton County Extension Office Country Ham Project has matured over the years, this initiative has grown into a thriving success story, uniting youth, adults, and the local community in the art of preserving country hams.**Youthful Beginnings:**It all began with the enthusiasm of 19 4-H youth and 7 Cloverbuds who embarked on the path of preserving and celebrating the iconic country ham. With dedication and guid

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Fitness for Produce

Author: Kenna Knight

Major Program: Local Food Systems

"Through our 'Fitness for Produce Challenge,' we ignited a health revolution in our community, rallying 49 participants to complete a remarkable total of 134 physical activities. These dedicated individuals engaged in ten diverse physical activities and embarked on five inspiring group-led hikes, fostering camaraderie and well-being.As a result, we distributed $670 worth of tokens, providing participants the opportunity to make healthier food choices at our local farmers market. Not

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