Describe the Issue or Situation.In our region, approximately 85% of farmland is dedicated to crop production. In 2022, hunters utilized 225,343 acres for hunting, resulting in the harvest of 1,194 deer in the Purchase area. To enhance deer management and address Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), Carlisle, Fulton, and Hickman Counties organized a wildlife management meeting.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).The meeting aimed to equip landowners and f...
I have been at the University of Kentucky and Cooperative Extension since 1985. Originally from Texas, I received my B.S. degree from Texas Tech University, and my M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from New Mexi... More
Estill County Teen Club had lost steam over recent years due to some various factors and including turnovers in the 4-H & Youth Development Agent position. Participation had dwindled. In the spring of... Read More
Childhood obesity is a widespread issue across the United States today. In effort to combat this challenge, it is important that students understand how the food choices they are making impact their l... Read More
Livestock owners are responsible for meeting the nutritional needs of livestock throughout the year. Without knowing the nutritional makeup of the hay provided herdsman cannot make an informed decisio... Read More