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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




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Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success StoryRoots & Resources: A Homesteading Resource Series



Roots & Resources: A Homesteading Resource Series

Author: Megan Gullett

Planning Unit: Russell County CES

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Plan of Work: Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

In August, a Homesteading series aimed at fostering self-sufficiency in Russell County attracted 65 participants, including 15 men. With homesteading growing in popularity locally as residents seek sustainable and efficient ways to manage their homes and farms, the need for practical knowledge is more pressing than ever. The series offered hands-on classes in making breakfast sausage, starting sourdough, building rain barrels, canning meat, and container/herb gardening. Survey results revealed a significant impact: 100% of participants learned something they planned to implement. Specifically, 75% intended to make their own sausage, 80% planned to start sourdough, 95% aimed to use or build additional rain barrels, 50% considered canning meat, and all participants felt equipped to start their own herb gardens. These classes not only provided essential skills but also supported the community's growing commitment to home self-sufficiency and efficiency.






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