Author: Nicole Gwishiri
Planning Unit: Bath County CES
Major Program: Plate It Up! Kentucky Proud
Plan of Work: Active Living and Health Promotions
Outcome: Intermediate Outcome
The Power of Produce program, sponsored by the National Farmers Market Coalition, produced significant results in the fourth year. Grant and donation monies attained through various sources like Humana Insurance Group, Department of Agriculture, Crossroads Elementary, Bath County Middle School, and Owingsville Elementary Youth Service Centers assured sufficient supplies and resources to provide a well-rounded 2021 program.
Each session held at the farmers market, the three agents led learning activities focusing on fruits and vegetables. The Family Resource Center Coordinator partners led a physical activity session. Bath County Memorial Library's Book Mobile brought books and other activities focused on related topics. The SNAP-Ed Assistant provided nutrition education opportunities for participants and caregivers.
Participants were able to earn up to six dollars each session—a total of $788 vouchers throughout the program. A total of 120 kids participate this summer, or an average of 30 participants each week. Nearly 70 percent of participants came to the farmers market more than once, and 33 percent participated at least four out of six weeks. Adults stated children loved to cook with the produce bought at the market. Half of the participants returned from last year, and others said they would not have come to the farmers market if not for this program. Even during the global pandemic, everyone worked together to provide a safe environment for participants to learn, grow, and have fun.
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