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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Letcher County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General
2066.1) 165

Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily

2066.2) 462

Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods

2066.5) 84

Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label

2066.4) 165

Number of families/caregivers who reported supplementing their diets with healthy foods that they grew or preserved (community or backyard gardens, fishing, hunting, farmers markets)

2066.3) 0

Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets



Success Stories

Senior Cooking School

Author: Nanette Banks

Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General

Describe the Issue or Situation.Many seniors face challenges in cooking for themselves due to physical limitations, lack of confidence with kitchen tools, and difficulties in meal planning and portion control. These barriers can lead to poor nutrition, reduced independence, and an increased reliance on convenience foods.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).To address these issues, a two-day Senior Cooking School was developed with the support of KRA

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