Extension
It Starts With Us
Author: Hunter Carroll
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
On Saturday June 1, 2024 the Wolfe County Extension Office hosted a regional Small Ruminant Boot Camp for sheep and goat producers. Participants traveled from as far as Grant County on the North, as far south as McCreary County and as far Southeast as Knott County. Ms. Kelly Yates from the Sheep and Goat Producers Association coordinated the event with the Wolfe County Extension Office and Dr. Ken Andries presented the information. Sheep were provided by the Jackson County FFA, brought by Hunter
Author: Gregory Drake
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Increased prices have recently caused some enthusiasm in beef cattle markets. Producers are looking to improve their management practices and boos profitability. This year’s weather pattern caused difficulty getting crop protection chemicals applied in a timely manner. Several farmers turned to drone operators for chemical application. A field day was planned to address these diverse topics and more. A large percentage of Butler County’s 150,000 acres of
Author: Robert Amburgey
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Describe the Issue or Situation.As margins continue to tighten on farm enterprises, it becomes even more important to adopt new technologies and participate in programs that help farmers improve efficiency and improve on-farm profitability. Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).Extension and NRCS provide technical expertise to assist farmers to become more efficient in their farm enterprises which can lead to an increase in overall profitabilit
Author: Andy Mills
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Describe the Issue or Situation.Farmers and landowners need to continually be shown proven land management practices for the health of livestock, forages, grain crops, and the soil. New innovative technology and practices that research has shown to work needs to be presented in an unbiased manner so that individuals can make good proper decisions.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).University of Kentucky specialist were secured for presentations af
Author: Roger "Darrell" Simpson
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Describe the Issue or Situation. Increasing conception rates and ultimately the number of calves born and sold is needed to increase the profit for beef cattle farmers.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable). An educational program was held to educate producers regarding proper nutrition for replacement heifers and mature cows regarding the nutritional plane needed for conception and calving.Provide the Number and Description(s) of Participants/T
Author: Brittany Brewer
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
As the average age of farmers continues to increase more families are faced with the struggle of estate planning. Families in Scott County have expressed wanting to learn more about estate and succession planning to better prepared them and their families for it. To combat this issues Scott County ANR Agent partnered with Elder Caw Law of Kentucky. Together they constructed a program that encompassed 4 separate programs. These programs would be monthly from September to December. Each progr
Author: Lindsay Arthur
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
On September 24th, the annual Farm Field Day at Resting Acres Angus in North Middletown, Kentucky, proved to be a tremendous success, despite the looming threat of Hurricane Helene. The event, attended by over 90 people, demonstrated the resilience and dedication of the local farming community and showcased the strength of partnerships between agricultural experts and healthcare providers.Participants enjoyed an educational tour of the farm led by experts in the field. Dr. Jimmy Henning, a Unive
