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| 2068 - Cook Wild Kentucky | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2068.5) | 50 |
Number of participants in ‘Field to Fork/Hook and Cook’ classes. |
| 2068.1) | 50 |
Number of participants at recipe-tasting events |
| 2068.3) | 50 |
Number of recipe cards distributed |
| 2068.6) | 0 |
Pounds of donated venison |
| 2068.2) | 2 |
Number of recipe-tasting events hosted |
Author: Edith Lovett
Major Program: Cook Wild Kentucky
The problem: In South Central Kentucky food insecurity is a sad reality that many of Extension Clients face. One out of 8 Kentuckians face food insecurity/The educational program response: Classes were conducted teaching clients how they could prepare foods that are available in the wild.The participants/target audience: Classes were offered to any person interested in coming. A total of 51 clients participated.Other partners (if applicable): Pulaski County and Russell County j
Author: Trent Adkins
Major Program: Cook Wild Kentucky
In South Central Kentucky, food insecurity is a sad reality that many of Extension’s clients face. According to Feeding America, 1 in 8 Kentuckians face food insecurity. South Central Kentucky is also home to many native wild game species that are commonly harvested for alternate sources of protein. However, many clients in the area struggle to prepare wild game to make it palatable. Game meats are naturally low in fat and cholesterol, but traditional cooking methods, such as frying, can n
