COMMUNITY GARDENS
Extension Education
Mark Landefeld
Extension Educator
Ohio State University Extension
WOODSFIELD
Abstract
Because of increased interest in gardening, a desire for locally grown vine ripened produce and escalating crop damage caused by wildlife, community gardens were established. This project provided a catalyst for neighborhood and community development by assisting citizens who wanted to grow their own fruits and vegetables. Participants joined together to utilize land that was otherwise unproductive and by fencing it, turned it into an area that promotes gardening, recreation, exercise, therapy and education. The community gardens stimulate social interaction, provides intergenerational connections for youth and adults as well as cultural connections for families within the neighborhood. Community gardens can produce nutritious food, reduce family food budgets, beautify the neighborhood and conserve resources through planning and working together. A survey was conducted to evaluate impact that the community garden had on participants and to retrieve other data. One hundred percent of those who took advantage of using the community garden last year stated they want to participate again this year. Other data will be shared at the poster sessions during the annual meeting and professional improvement conference in Tulsa.
Poster has NOT been presented at any previous NACAA AM/PIC
This poster is being submitted for judging. It will be displayed at the AM/PIC if not selected as a State winner. The abstract will be published in the proceedings.
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Authors: S.D. Schumacher, M.A. Landefeld
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Schumacher, S. Extension Educator, Ag & Natural Resources, Ohio State University Extension, Ohio, 43950
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Landefeld, M. Extension Educator, Ag & Natural Resources, Ohio State University Extension, Ohio, 43793