The Simpson County Extension Service partnered with the Kentucky Dairy Development Council, Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Prairie Farms, and Robertson Dairy to distribute dairy products and fresh produce at no cost to Simpson County residents.  This opportunity was made possible through the Corona Virus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) which is part of the USDA’s COVID Relief established to help dairy producers. The giveaway was held at the Jim Roberts Community Park in September.  Food boxes were limited to one per household, and included a variety of dairy products and 25 pounds of fresh produce.  

The Extension Service in partnership with Robertson Farms had 18 volunteers to assist with the giveaway.  The response was overwhelming, with dairy products and fresh produce being distributed to over 1,100 Simpson County households.  The food products that were given away were valued at approximately $50,000.  Plate It Up recipes using these commodities were also shared to assist families in food preparation.