Pike County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1031 - Horticulture, Consumer and Home | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1031.1) | 45 |
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) | 35 |
Number of people who used Extension information to make decisions on site selection, varieties, and /or maintenance |
Success Stories
Fruit Tree Workshop
Author: Emily Davis
Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home
Many fruit tree growers in the region struggle with tree maintenance, grafting techniques, and proper pruning methods. Without these essential skills, trees can suffer from poor growth, reduced fruit production, and increased susceptibility to disease. Additionally, purchasing fruit trees can be expensive. To address these challenges, a workshop was organized to provide hands-on learning. The Pike County Extension Office has hosted grafting workshops for many years, but the 2025 workshop feature
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