Success StoryFarm Family Night



Farm Family Night

Author: Tad Campbell

Planning Unit: Mason County CES

Major Program: Local Food Systems

Plan of Work: Livestock Production

Outcome: Initial Outcome

Realizing the limitation of educational based events geared for entire family involvement, the Extension Services in Kentucky and Ohio along with Maysville Community and Technical College partnered to develop and implement Farm Family Night, a program offering over 30 educational sessions to all segments of the family. Over 700 members of agriculture families attended educational sessions during the evening due to sponsorship by Farm Credit Services, Hinton Mills, Rip’s Farm Center, Meadowview Regional Hospital, and Winchester Ag Services and many others.In addition to the educational activities, many businesses and organizations collaborated to host a trade show as part of the evening events.  Participants gained knowledge about bees, horticulture, cattle management, drone usage for the farm, forages, gardening, composting, food preparation and safety, youth livestock, and health.  Sessions were taught by local volunteers, Extension Agents, Extension Specialist, MCTC faculty, and local business owners.  The event was successful based on feedback from local families.  Several attendees mentioned how well organized the event was and the educational sessions attended were very informative.The event was developed to offer the entire family a chance to enjoy activities together in one setting.  Continuing to offer programs that strengthen the family bond is critical for rural families in agriculture.  






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