Sustaining the ecological, aesthetic and economic values of the rural landscape.
Agriculture & Food Systems
Includes:
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Agricultural production, processing and markets
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Household food production
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Nutrition and physical activity
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Youth Development
Examples of curent efforts in this program area:
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Classes for new farmers
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Support to Ag and Farmland Protection Efforts
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Support to the county's fruit and vegetable farmers through a team of regional vegetable and small fruit experts
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Facilitation and support to farmers' markets and community garden projects
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Education programs for home gardeners
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Nutrition education for income-eligible families
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4-H youth programs in plant science and careers in agriculture