Extension
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| 1021 - Local Food Systems | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1021.1) | 24 |
Number of producers who can accurately identify agricultural food products that extend beyond the growing season |
| 1021.2) | 8 |
Number of producers reporting more confidence in marketing/selling food products |
| 1021.3) | 18 |
Number of producers who were successful in marketing/selling food products |
| 1021.4) | 91 |
Number of residents reporting an increase in accessing fresh, local foods |
| 1021.6) | 3 |
Number of producers who were encouraged by Extension programming to seek additional training on food safety ( FAP, FSMA, etc.) |
| 1021.7) | 13 |
Number of producers who were successfully trained by Extension on food safety (GAP or FSMA) |
| 1021.8) | 4 |
Number of producers who successfully obtained value-added processing certification (HBM, HBP, BPCS, etc.) through Extension programming |
| 1021.5) | 184 |
Number of residents indicating a willingness to support local food markets as a result of awareness raised through Extension programming |
Author: Corinne Belton
Major Program: Local Food Systems
With over 1500 farms generating more than $72 million in agriculture receipts, Shelby County agriculture is a viable and thriving component of the local economy. However, members of the Horticulture and Agriculture Advisory Council (HAAC) have identified a growing farm-to-city disconnect, even in our rural Shelby County setting. For the past several years, HAAC efforts have included a focus on bridging the gap and educating local citizens about our agriculture heritage. A newly-devel
