Success StoryA Community Night of Education



A Community Night of Education

Author: Tad Campbell

Planning Unit: Entomology

Major Program: Local Food Systems

Plan of Work: Unrelated to a specified County Plan of Work

Outcome: Initial Outcome

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. Nearly 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 precision agriculture, bees, horticulture, cattle management, forestry, forages, gardening, hemp, food preparation and safety, youth livestock, and health.  Sessions were taught by local volunteers, Extension Agents, Extension Specialist, MCTC faculty, and local business owners.  With the COVID-19 pandemic becoming more prevalent in the news, concerns about the event’s success were in question.  However, with the attendance and feedback from those taking classes, many of the attendees expressed how much information was received from classes attended. 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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