Extension
It Starts With Us
Author: John Grove
Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
In September 2023, Brad Lee and I authored an article (https://www.kygrains.info/blog/2023/9/14/soil-health-erosion-and-fall-field-management) on soil health, soil erosion, and the management needed to minimize erosion in the face of climate change. The article was chosen as background reading on soil erosion for UKC 180 (10 Ways to Think About Climate Change in Kentucky) by the instructors (Drs. Lauren Cagle and Alice Turkington). Brad was invited to join the students, answering questions as th
Author: Chad Allen
Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
Our household garbage can be overwhelming and the items that can be composted can be as high as 20% of what we send to the landfills. On August 5th we hosted a backyard composting class at the Floyd County Extension office. The class consisted of basic composting to show that up to 20 percent of our household waste can be composted vs going to the landfill. We polled the group on a few questions to gather information on the benefit of the workshop. 25 total people
Author: Amy Aldenderfer
Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
Describe the Issue or Situation.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).Provide the Number and Description(s) of Participants/Target Audience.Provide a Statement of Outcomes or Program Impact. Please note that the outcomes statement must use evaluation data to describe the change(s) that occurred in individuals, groups, families, businesses, or in the community because of the program/outreach.
Author: Michelle Simon
Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
Campbell County is host to many wonderful parks and green spaces, but none have the spark and appeal of the 1,000 acre A.J. Jolly Park with its jewel, the 200 acre recreational lake! Campbell County Extension property borders this wonderful lake which provided an opportunity for Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, Michelle Simon, and Environmental Education assistant, Aubree Dawson, to offer tours of A.J. Jolly Lake to Campbell County. The park offers a variety of options for guests to enjo
Author: William Adkins
Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
Natural resources play a vital role in everyday life and meeting people’s needs. Clay County has over 300,000 acres of land with approximately 256,000 acres of forest land. Many youth across the county lack knowledge and appreciation of the surrounding environment. In order to increase awareness, the 4-H Youth Development Agent and ANR Agent collaborated and hosted Environmental Field Day at Big Double Creek Park in Redbird.UK Cooperative Extension partnered with Red Bird Ranger
