Each week the Family and Consumer Science Agent places a Plate It Up proud recipe in the local newspaper. Numerous people approach the FCS agent on a regular basis and discuss the recipes. Comments may be as simple as "I tried that recipe you placed in the newspaper."  Other comments include "That recipe was delicious"  The FCS agents talks with each individual concerning the nutritional value of the recipe and the low cost of maintaining a healthy diet. The newspaper editor has discussed the community conversations regarding the recipe stating, a reader "told me that she loves having your recipes in the newspaper! She said she appreciates that they are simple and easy to follow, something that everyone can make." The recipes in the newspaper reaches 6,000 families/individuals each week.