Adding Value with Small-Scale Fruit and Vegetable Processing

Project Overview

ES02-063
Project Type: Professional Development Program
Funds awarded in 2002: $41,965.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2004
Region: Southern
State: Kentucky
Principal Investigator:
Betty King
University of Kentucky

Annual Reports

Commodities

  • Fruits: berries (other), cherries, grapes, berries (strawberries)
  • Vegetables: asparagus, greens (leafy)

Practices

  • Education and Training: technical assistance, decision support system, demonstration, extension, farmer to farmer, networking
  • Farm Business Management: new enterprise development, marketing management, whole farm planning
  • Sustainable Communities: new business opportunities, partnerships, urban/rural integration, employment opportunities, sustainability measures
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