Success StoryVegetable Education Outreach



Vegetable Education Outreach

Author: Kelly Jackson

Planning Unit: Christian County CES

Major Program: Master Gardener

Plan of Work: Endorsing Environmental Stewardship and Promoting Green Living

Outcome: Initial Outcome

Interest in vegetable gardening, especially among younger generations, has seen a resurgence in recent years, as evidenced by the increase in garden phone calls to the office. To address this need, the Christian County Master Gardeners organized a team of volunteers to focus on expanding vegetable information outreach of University resources. The educational efforts were targeted to reach audiences where they are. This included the high school agriculture classroom, a local brewery, Lowes, a local farm supply store, the Garden Expo event, and a coffee shop. The combined attendance was over 210 people, many of whom were first-time gardeners, at the 12 classes taught from February to June 2024.  Additionally, the team worked with a local drug rehabilitation center to create a raised bed garden and started a Jr. Master Gardener program with 4-H at the Extension office. The outreach efforts will continue through October, and the public response has been overwhelmingly positive.






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