Author: Roger Mollette
Planning Unit: Martin County CES
Major Program: Farmer's Markets
Plan of Work: Home and Commercial Horticulture
Outcome: Long-Term Outcome
Martin County has 12,500 residents while 37% live below poverty level with a median income of only $22,497.00. Residents of the county have a need for fresh fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.
The Martin County Extension Service worked cooperatively with the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Martin County Health Department and Martin County Senior Citizens Center to distribute WIC vouchers to 150 WIC recipients and Senior vouchers to 80 Senior Citizens. These vouchers could be redeemed for fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables only at the Farmers’ Market. Healthy recipes, cooking and canning demonstrations were offered during the season to promote consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Senior voucher redemption rate over 92% this year proves we are helping low income families afford fresh produce.
The COVID-19 Pandemic has brought new challenges to home gardeners. The Martin County Extension Serv... Read More
The Martin County Agricultural Development Council recently received $30,000.00 from the Kentucky Ag... Read More
The drug epidemic in Eastern Kentucky has been on a steady rise the last 10 years and as a result, t... Read More
According to KYHealthFacts.org, the prevalence of overweight (83% vs. 68%) and obesity (65% vs. 35%)... Read More
The Hickman County Farmers Market is a newer addition to the community. The Hickman County Extension... Read More
The Elliott County Farmers Market is well frequented by shoppers hungry for fresh and local produce ... Read More