Magoffin County CES

Title:

Addressing Water Qualtiy Issues

MAP:

Understanding Water Quality

Agents Involved:

Courtney Jenkins, Cathy Sparks, 4-H Agent

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

Water and Soil Quality and Conservation

MAJOR PROGRAM 2:

Beef

Situation:

Agriculture is a leading contributor to water pollution in Kentucky. Developing and implementing Agriculture Water Quality Plans and Nutrient Management Plans can help farmers stay compliant with state laws, protect water quality, improve farm operations, and maximize profits. In addition, Magoffin County Extension recognizes a need to help farmers address issues that may pose concern to water sources in the community and ensure that farmers understand the importance of reducing the environmental impact they have on the water and soil.

It is also important for youth to understand water quality and the significance of maintaining healthy waterways.

Long-Term Outcomes:

*Reduced environmental impact to water, soil, or air.

*Reduced occurrence of muddy areas on the farm.

*Maximized profits for agricultural producers.

*Reduced environmental impacts of winter feeding areas.

 

 

Intermediate Outcomes:

*Producers attempt to protect and improve water quality.

*Improve efficiency of manure handling.

*Producers will develop or update their Ag Water Quality and Nutrient Management Plans.

*Producers will adopt best practices for water quality, nutrient, and/or soil management.

*Producers will evaluate weather and physical conditions before making decisions which could affect water quality and/or the soil.

 

Initial Outcomes:

*Understand the importance of clean water.

*Increase knowledge of best management practices for protecting and improving water quality.

*Recognize best management practices for soil conservation.

*Identify best management practices for nutrient management

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Learning Opportunities:

Audience:  Adults and Youth

Project or Activity:  Agricultural Field Day (Utilizing Winter Feeding/Heavy-Use Areas)

Content or Curriculum:  UK CES  Publications

Inputs:UK CES Agents, UK CES Specialists & NRCS

Date:Fall

Audience:  Youth

Project or Activity:  Understanding Water Quality

Content or Curriculum: 4-H Water Quality Curriculum

Inputs: UK CES Agents, UK CES Specialists, 4-H Curriculum

Date:  Fall/Spring

Audience: Adults

Project or Activity:  Understanding Soil Test Reports (Avoiding Phosphorus when not recommended)

Content or Curriculum:UK CES Publications

Inputs: UK CES Agents, UK CES Publications

Date:  Fall/Spring