The economic challenges the citizens of Whitley County face and to share some encouraging news regarding the Kentucky State UniversitySmall Farm Conference Eastern Kentucky Style.Per the 2022 U.S. Census, our community has struggled economically. The per capita income for the past 12 months was recorded at $20,633, and a concerning 27.6% of our population lives in poverty. These statistics indicate our residents tough times, necessitating concerted efforts to address this pressing issue.In resp...
New and Beginning Farmers have the opportunity to apply for cost share through the local CAIP Funds and KSU Small Farmer Grant Funds. These funds help with investments in production practices along wi... Read More
The Magoffin County Extension office co-sponsored a Farm Field Day at A & J Farm on Bear Branch in Magoffin County on September 17, 2022, from 1:00 PM-6:00 PM. There were three CAIP eligible programs ... Read More
Wayne County has several small cattle producers and most dont have the facilities to catch and hold their animals for vaccinations or to be able to sell them without outside family help. Cattle someti... Read More
The Burley Tobacco Co-op dissolved most of its assets to members of the Co-op that had been growing Burley Tobacco the previous five years before the settlement. To be a member you needed to have grow... Read More