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Home Horticulture Home Horticulture V(A). Planned Program (Summary) Home Horticulture 1. Name of the Planned Program KA Code %1862 Extension Knowledge Area %1890 Extension %1862 Research %1890 Research 102 Soil, Plant, Water, Nutrient Relationships 20% 20% 111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water 10% 10% 112 Watershed Protection and Management 5% 5% 132 Weather and Climate 5% 5% 133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation 5% 5% 203 Plant Biological Efficiency and Abiotic Stresses Affecting Plants 10% 10% 206 Basic Plant Biology 30% 30% 213 Weeds Affecting Plants 5% 5% 403 Waste Disposal, Recycling, and Reuse 5% 5% 502 New and Improved Food Products 5% 5% Total 100% 100% V(B). Program Knowledge Area(s) 1. Program Knowledge Areas and Percentage 1. Actual amount of professional FTE/SYs expended this Program V(C). Planned Program (Inputs) Plan 1890 1890 1862 1862 Extension Research Year: 7.0 0.0 0.1 0.0 Actual 6.2 0.0 0.2 0.0 0 0 0 134476 0 0 0 924526 1862 All Other 1890 All Other 1862 All Other 1890 All Other 0 0 0 202708 1862 Matching 1890 Matching 1862 Matching 1890 Matching Extension Research Smith-Lever 3b & 3c 1890 Extension Hatch Evans-Allen 2. Actual dollars expended in this Program (includes Carryover Funds from previous years) 2008 Page 1 of 25 12/03/2009 Report Date

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Home Horticulture

Home Horticulture

V(A). Planned Program (Summary)

Home Horticulture

1. Name of the Planned Program

KA

Code

%1862

ExtensionKnowledge Area

%1890

Extension

%1862

Research

%1890

Research

102 Soil, Plant, Water, Nutrient Relationships 20% 20%111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water 10% 10%112 Watershed Protection and Management 5% 5%132 Weather and Climate 5% 5%133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation 5% 5%203 Plant Biological Efficiency and Abiotic Stresses

Affecting Plants10% 10%

206 Basic Plant Biology 30% 30%213 Weeds Affecting Plants 5% 5%403 Waste Disposal, Recycling, and Reuse 5% 5%502 New and Improved Food Products 5% 5%

Total 100% 100%

V(B). Program Knowledge Area(s)

1. Program Knowledge Areas and Percentage

1. Actual amount of professional FTE/SYs expended this Program

V(C). Planned Program (Inputs)

Plan

1890 18901862 1862

Extension ResearchYear:

7.0 0.0 0.1 0.0

Actual 6.2 0.0 0.2 0.0

000134476

000924526

1862 All Other 1890 All Other 1862 All Other 1890 All Other

000202708

1862 Matching 1890 Matching 1862 Matching 1890 Matching

Extension Research

Smith-Lever 3b & 3c 1890 Extension Hatch Evans-Allen

2. Actual dollars expended in this Program (includes Carryover Funds from previous years)

2008

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Home Horticulture

1. Brief description of the Activity

V(D). Planned Program (Activity)

•Direct - Collaborative or Cooperative Effort •Central Maine Garden Celebration •Community Programs on Home

Horticulture Topics •Consultations on Consumer and Commercial Horticulture Topics •Consumer Horticulture Programming

•Consumer Horticulture Programming •Demonstration Gardens •Demonstration Plantings •Garden Angel Program

•Garden Club Presentations •Garden Publications •Garden to Garden Program •Growing Tree Fruits in Maine

•Hobby Orchard Consultations •Hobby Orchard Presentations •Home Horticulture Public Presentation •Horticulture

Related (newspaper article) •Maine Garden Day •Maine State Prison Vocational Horticulture Program •Maine Tree Club

Outing •Maine Tree Club Publications •Master Gardener Program •Master Gardener Training •Piscataquis Gardening

Newsletter •Solar Collectionin Hoop Houses

2. Brief description of the target audience

•Adults with Disabilities (Adults) •Agricultural Workers (Adult) •Care Providers for Children (Adult)

•Commercial Vegetable Growers (Adult) •Community Members (Adult) •Extension Faculty (Adult)

•First-Time Gardeners (Adult) •Forestland Owner - Non-Industrial (Adult) •General Public (Adult) •General

Public (Youth) •Greenhouse Operators (Adult) •Home Gardeners (Adult) •Home Gardeners (Youth)

•Homeowners (Adult) •Homeowners - up to 2 acres (Adult) •Master Gardener Trainees (Adult) •Master

Gardener Volunteers (Adult) •Natural Resource Professional (Adult) •Small or Home-Based Business Owners -

Current (Adult)

V(E). Planned Program (Outputs)

Target for the number of persons (contacts) reached through direct and indirect contact methods

1. Standard output measures

Target

Plan

Year

Direct Contacts

Adults

Indirect Contacts

Adults

Direct Contacts

Youth

Indirect Contacts

Youth

Target Target Target

4200 3800 95 0

7395 26253 130 242008

Patent Applications Submitted

2. Number of Patent Applications Submitted (Standard Research Output)

Plan: 0

Year Target

2008: 0

Patents listed

TotalResearchExtension

3. Publications (Standard General Output Measure)

00 0

Number of Peer Reviewed Publications

Plan 0 0

2008

V(F). State Defined Outputs

Output Target

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Direct - Collaborative or Cooperative Effort

Output Measure

Output #1

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Conference or symposium; Planning and/or participation

Output Measure

Output #2

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Consultation; phone, written, in-person

Output Measure

Output #3

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Course

Output Measure

Output #4

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Demonstration Project

Output Measure

Output #5

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Experiential Learning

Output Measure

Output #6

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Public Presentation

Output Measure

Output #7

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Volunteer Training

Output Measure

Output #8

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Direct - Workshop - single session

Output Measure

Output #9

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Indirect - Publication - booklet

Output Measure

Output #10

Year ActualTarget

2008 2 1

Indirect - Publication - fact sheet

Output Measure

Output #11

Year ActualTarget

2008 3 0

Indirect - Publication - newsletter

Output Measure

Output #12

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

Indirect - Website

Output Measure

Output #13

Not reporting on this Output in this Annual Report

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Direct - Conference/Symposium

Output Measure

Output #14

Year ActualTarget

2008 {No Data Entered} 1

Direct - Consultation

Output Measure

Output #15

Year ActualTarget

2008 {No Data Entered} 1377

Direct - Educational Programs or Projects

Output Measure

Output #16

Year ActualTarget

2008 {No Data Entered} 250

Direct - Train the Trainer or Volunteer Training

Output Measure

Output #17

Year ActualTarget

2008 {No Data Entered} 19

Indirect - Publication in the Popular Media

Output Measure

Output #18

Year ActualTarget

2008 {No Data Entered} 22

Indirect - Volunteer Effort

Output Measure

Output #19

Year ActualTarget

2008 {No Data Entered} 233

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V(G). State Defined Outcomes

O No. Outcome Name

1 Improve the lives of Maine citizens through positive human development, healthy lifestyles and nutrition, and

lifelong wellness.

2 Access relevant UMCE publications

3 Complete the Master Gardener Training

4 Demonstrate IPM techniques

5 Demonstrate how to access locally-grown foods

6 Demonstrate how to amend soils

7 Demonstrate how to apply pesticides safely and effectively

8 Demonstrate how to be positively engaged in their community

9 Demonstrate how to compost

10 Demonstrate how to create effective partnerships in communities

11 Demonstrate how to design, facilitate, run, and maintain a volunteer program

12 Demonstrate how to diagnose pest problems

13 Demonstrate how to evaluate the potential of new and non-traditional crops and varieties for profitable production

in Maine

14 Demonstrate how to grow fruits and vegetables

15 Demonstrate how to identify invasive species

16 Demonstrate how to identify native flora and fauna

17 Demonstrate how to identify non-native invasive species

18 Demonstrate how to incorporate native plants and native plant communities into constructed landscapes

19 Demonstrate how to take a soil test

20 Demonstrate how to use technology

21 Demonstrate management strategies for invasive species management

22 Demonstrate sustainable gardening practices

23 Describe IPM techniques

24 Describe IPM technologies and benefits

25 Describe alternative pest manage techniques

26 Describe an improved quality of life

27 Describe ecological principles

28 Describe hoop house crop management

29 Describe hoop house technology

30 Describe new crops and varieties

31 Describe practices that improve efficiency, reduce inputs, or increase profitability

32 Describe threats to water quality from land use practices

33 Use UM Diagnostic Services

34 Adopt appropriate management strategies

35 Adopt appropriate pest management practices

36 Adopt appropriate technologies

37 Adopt environmentally sound practices

38 Adopt environmentally sound technologies that improve economic viability

39 Adopt practices that maintain profitability

40 Be a mentor to other community organizations or groups

41 Complete volunteer commitment

42 Compost

43 Conduct community service or outreach

44 Expand IPM

45 Grow new crop

46 Grow new variety

47 Identify and respond to pest issues

48 Identify and respond to plant and animal disorders

49 Improve IPM

50 Improve production and quality of crops

51 Improve soil health

52 Increase consumption of locally-grown food

53 Increase crop production

54 Make appropriate cultivar choices

55 Make better decisions regarding pest management

56 Plant and harvest gardens

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57 Pounds of food donated

58 Reduce the use of high-risk pesticides

59 Reduce waste stream

60 Test new crops

61 Test new production techniques

62 Test new varieties

63 Use non-chemical pest management practices

64 Use pesticides safely

65 Use relevant UMCE web-based resources

66 Enhance the economic and environmental sustainability of Maine agriculture and aquaculture

67 Enhance the safety, sustainability, and dependability of Maine's food supply

68 Increase the economic and social viability and sustainability of Maine communities

69 Protect and enhance Maine's natural resources and environment through sustainable stewardship

70 Demonstrate effective collaboration skills and techniques

71 Demonstrate effective mentoring or coaching skills

72 Demonstrate group, organizational, or leadership activities

73 Describe solar heating technology

74 Describe sources of locally-produced food

75 Describe wildlife habitat components

76 Conserve soils

77 Create and sustain effective partnerships and collaborations

78 Develop environmentally sound technologies and practices

79 Develop local food production and distribution systems

80 Engage in leadership development

81 Train new volunteers

82 Provide learning opportunities for groups or organizations

83 Acquire pesticide applicator certification

84 Adopt and maintain integrated pest management strategies

85 Adopt appropriate practices

86 Adopt new crop

87 Adopt practices that maintain long-term productivity

88 Evaluate the potential of new and non-traditional crops and varieties for profitable production in Maine

89 Expand Integrated Pest Management

90 Improve crop quality and marketability

91 Improve Integrated Pest Management

92 Protect or conserve biodiversity and habitat including native plant and animal species

93 Use relevant UMaine Extension web-based resources

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Improve the lives of Maine citizens through positive human development, healthy lifestyles and nutrition, and lifelong

wellness.

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #1

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Access relevant UMCE publications

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #2

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Complete the Master Gardener Training

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #3

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate IPM techniques

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #4

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to access locally-grown foods

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #5

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to amend soils

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #6

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to apply pesticides safely and effectively

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #7

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to be positively engaged in their community

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #8

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to compost

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #9

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to create effective partnerships in communities

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #10

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to design, facilitate, run, and maintain a volunteer program

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #11

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Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to diagnose pest problems

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #12

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to evaluate the potential of new and non-traditional crops and varieties for profitable production in

Maine

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #13

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to grow fruits and vegetables

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #14

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to identify invasive species

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #15

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to identify native flora and fauna

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #16

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to identify non-native invasive species

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #17

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to incorporate native plants and native plant communities into constructed landscapes

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #18

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to take a soil test

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #19

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate how to use technology

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #20

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate management strategies for invasive species management

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #21

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

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Demonstrate sustainable gardening practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #22

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe IPM techniques

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #23

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe IPM technologies and benefits

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #24

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe alternative pest manage techniques

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #25

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe an improved quality of life

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #26

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe ecological principles

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #27

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe hoop house crop management

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #28

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe hoop house technology

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #29

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe new crops and varieties

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #30

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe practices that improve efficiency, reduce inputs, or increase profitability

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #31

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe threats to water quality from land use practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #32

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

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Use UM Diagnostic Services

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #33

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt appropriate management strategies

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #34

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt appropriate pest management practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #35

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt appropriate technologies

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #36

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 380 728

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation

403 Waste Disposal, Recycling, and Reuse

213 Weeds Affecting Plants

112 Watershed Protection and Management

132 Weather and Climate

203 Plant Biological Efficiency and Abiotic Stresses Affecting Plants

111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water

102 Soil, Plant, Water, Nutrient Relationships

206 Basic Plant Biology

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Adopt environmentally sound practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #37

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 50 1748

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water

112 Watershed Protection and Management

133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation

Adopt environmentally sound technologies that improve economic viability

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #38

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt practices that maintain profitability

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #39

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 80 307

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

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Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code206 Basic Plant Biology

Be a mentor to other community organizations or groups

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #40

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 30 78

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

Complete volunteer commitment

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #41

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 65 267

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

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What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

Compost

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #42

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 125 125

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code403 Waste Disposal, Recycling, and Reuse

Conduct community service or outreach

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #43

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 110 2045

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

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Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

Expand IPM

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #44

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Grow new crop

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #45

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Grow new variety

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #46

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 110 40

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

206 Basic Plant Biology

Identify and respond to pest issues

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #47

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Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Identify and respond to plant and animal disorders

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #48

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Improve IPM

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #49

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Improve production and quality of crops

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #50

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 305 352

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code206 Basic Plant Biology

Improve soil health

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #51

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 45 341

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

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Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code102 Soil, Plant, Water, Nutrient Relationships

Increase consumption of locally-grown food

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #52

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 332 300

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

Increase crop production

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #53

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Make appropriate cultivar choices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #54

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

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Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 310 291

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

206 Basic Plant Biology

Make better decisions regarding pest management

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #55

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Plant and harvest gardens

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #56

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 490 646

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

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Pounds of food donated

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #57

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 100000 69895

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

Reduce the use of high-risk pesticides

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #58

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Reduce waste stream

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #59

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Test new crops

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #60

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Test new production techniques

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #61

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

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Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 115 235

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code206 Basic Plant Biology

502 New and Improved Food Products

Test new varieties

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #62

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Use non-chemical pest management practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #63

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Use pesticides safely

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #64

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 60 342

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

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Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code206 Basic Plant Biology

133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation

Use relevant UMCE web-based resources

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #65

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Enhance the economic and environmental sustainability of Maine agriculture and aquaculture

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #66

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Enhance the safety, sustainability, and dependability of Maine's food supply

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #67

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Increase the economic and social viability and sustainability of Maine communities

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #68

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Protect and enhance Maine's natural resources and environment through sustainable stewardship

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #69

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate effective collaboration skills and techniques

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #70

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate effective mentoring or coaching skills

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #71

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Demonstrate group, organizational, or leadership activities

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #72

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe solar heating technology

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #73

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

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Describe sources of locally-produced food

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #74

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Describe wildlife habitat components

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #75

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Conserve soils

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #76

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Create and sustain effective partnerships and collaborations

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #77

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Develop environmentally sound technologies and practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #78

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 10 556

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code102 Soil, Plant, Water, Nutrient Relationships

213 Weeds Affecting Plants

206 Basic Plant Biology

111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water

502 New and Improved Food Products

403 Waste Disposal, Recycling, and Reuse

203 Plant Biological Efficiency and Abiotic Stresses Affecting Plants

133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation

112 Watershed Protection and Management

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Develop local food production and distribution systems

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #79

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Engage in leadership development

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #80

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Train new volunteers

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #81

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Provide learning opportunities for groups or organizations

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #82

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 23 91

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code206 Basic Plant Biology

Acquire pesticide applicator certification

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #83

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt and maintain integrated pest management strategies

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #84

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

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Adopt appropriate practices

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #85

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt new crop

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #86

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Adopt practices that maintain long-term productivity

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #87

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Evaluate the potential of new and non-traditional crops and varieties for profitable production in Maine

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #88

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 {No Data Entered} 53

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation

403 Waste Disposal, Recycling, and Reuse

213 Weeds Affecting Plants

112 Watershed Protection and Management

203 Plant Biological Efficiency and Abiotic Stresses Affecting Plants

111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water

Expand Integrated Pest Management

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #89

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

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Improve crop quality and marketability

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #90

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 {No Data Entered} 780

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code502 New and Improved Food Products

Improve Integrated Pest Management

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #91

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

Protect or conserve biodiversity and habitat including native plant and animal species

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #92

2. Associated Institution Types

•1862 Extension

Change in Action Outcome Measure

3a. Outcome Type:

3c. Qualitative Outcome or Impact Statement

2008 {No Data Entered} 137

Year Quantitative Target Actual

3b. Quantitative Outcome

Issue (Who cares and Why)

What has been done

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Results

4. Associated Knowledge Areas

Knowledge AreaKA Code206 Basic Plant Biology

111 Conservation and Efficient Use of Water

502 New and Improved Food Products

203 Plant Biological Efficiency and Abiotic Stresses Affecting Plants

112 Watershed Protection and Management

133 Pollution Prevention and Mitigation

Use relevant UMaine Extension web-based resources

1. Outcome Measures

Outcome #93

Not reporting on this Outcome for this Annual Report

V(H). Planned Program (External Factors)

External factors which affected outcomes

Natural Disasters (drought,weather extremes,etc.)●

Economy●

Appropriations changes●

Public Policy changes●

Government Regulations●

Competing Public priorities●

Competing Programmatic Challenges●

Populations changes (immigration,new cultural groupings,etc.)●

Brief Explanation

1. Evaluation Studies Planned

V(I). Planned Program (Evaluation Studies and Data Collection)

● Before-After (before and after program)

● During (during program)

Evaluation Results

Key Items of Evaluation

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