Close Resources

Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

Impacts

Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success StorySample of Somerset



Sample of Somerset

Author: Bethany Wilson

Planning Unit: Pulaski County CES

Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General

Plan of Work: Health and Wellness-NEW

Outcome: Initial Outcome

 Pulaski County Extension joined in with 21 others nonprofit organizations and 18 Food Vendors at the “Sample of Somerset” an evening event that was attended by more than 1,000 people.  Attendees received educational information about the services provided by the Pulaski Extension Service while sampling delicious foods from the local food suppliers and restaurants.  Extension Agents had the opportunity to share with the participants the different programs offered by the Extension Service, and how they could get involved.  Herb plants were provided to those who wanted them along with info on how to care and harvest them.

This is an event that is held each year to make money for the Operation Angel Care which provides gifts for local youngsters at Christmas time.   A fee of $10 is charged for 12 tickets that gives each person the opportunity to purchase foods from the participating vendors.  Extension gets to be involved in this community activity which gives them a lot of exposure.   Nonprofit vendors share the services they provide for the community as customers stroll through the plaza enjoying their food.






Stories by Bethany Wilson


Master Gardeners Impact Pulaski County

about 8 days ago by Bethany Wilson

Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) are volunteer educators serving across the country in local communi... Read More


University of Kentucky Turf Team

about 13 days ago by Bethany Wilson

The green industry is a $9 billion industry and employs 26,000 in Kentucky with turfgrass and landsc... Read More


Stories by Pulaski County CES


Pulaski County Archery Program

Pulaski County Archery Program

about 19 days ago by Abigail Roy

Pulaski County 4-H Archery program has kicked off again for the year. Archery is one of Pulaskis lar... Read More


Pulaski County 4-H Culinary Challenge

Pulaski County 4-H Culinary Challenge

about 20 days ago by Abigail Roy

Pulaski Countys 4-H Culinary Club has been meeting monthly for the entire program year and wanted a ... Read More