Author: Nan Montgomery
Planning Unit: Allen County CES
Major Program: Plate It Up! Kentucky Proud
Plan of Work: Agriculture Production and Environmental Literacy
Outcome: Intermediate Outcome
On August 28, 2024, the Allen County Cooperative Extension Service and the Farm to Fork Committee co-hosted the second Kentucky Proud Farm to Fork Fundraising Dinner. The event aimed to promote Kentucky Proud foods and support the Allen County 4-H Program. The dinner featured a delicious Kentucky Proud meal by a local caterer, Allen County Homemakers, and 4-H members. This provided an opportunity to enjoy local food while contributing to a good cause. The dinner, was held at Peach Tree Farm and Green House, and showcased dishes made with locally sourced ingredients from 19 producers in Allen County. The menu included a choice of brisket, chicken, or pork chop, along with sides such as green beans, potatoes, watermelon salad, cheesy corn casserole, and sourdough rolls.
The event was attended by approximately 160 guests and raised over $1,000 for the Allen County 4-H Program. The dinner was made even more special with the presence of esteemed guest speakers, including Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathon Shell, Executive Director of Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy Brandon Reed, and Kentucky 4-H Vice President Ty Jones, who delivered insightful speeches. Overall, the event was a great success, bringing together the community to support local agriculture and the 4-H Program.
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