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| 2062 - Food Preparation and Preservation | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2062.3) | 253 |
Number of individuals who reported preparing more healthy home-cooked meals |
| 2062.4) | 205 |
Number of pints of fruits, vegetables or fruit/vegetable products canned through water bath canning (e.g. pickles, jams, jellies, sauces) |
| 2062.2) | 282 |
Number of individuals who demonstrated safe handling and preparation and/or preservation of food |
| 2062.6) | 75 |
Number of pints of fruits or vegetables frozen |
| 2062.7) | 0 |
Number of pints of fruits or vegetables dried |
| 2062.5) | 200 |
Number of pints of vegetables, soups, meats, or other value-added products canned through pressure canning |
| 2062.1) | 282 |
Number of individuals who reported improved knowledge, opinions, skills, or aspirations regarding the safe storage, handling, preparation and/or preservation of food |
| 2062.8) | 34 |
Number of Food Preservation Workshop participants |
| 2062.9) | 34 |
Number of Food Preservation Workshop participants reporting an increase in food preservation skills |
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Food Preparation and Preservation
Increased interest in eating locally grown produce has led to renewed popularity of home food preservation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention home canning is an excellent way to preserve garden produce and share it with family and friends. But it can be risky- even deadly- if not done correctly and safely. Home-canned vegetables are the most common cause of botulism outbreaks in the United States. In an effort to assist local families with safe
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Food Preparation and Preservation
The most recent KY by the Numbers report states, a median household income for families in Letcher County is $32,635. Letcher County is also one of many counties in Kentucky dealing with a high precedence of chronic diseases such as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and cancer. Research has shown there is a natural link between nutrition and making behavior changes that lead to healthier lifestyle choices. The Letcher County Family & Consumer Sciences Agent has been holding
