This native Kentucky plum tree is an important food source for a wide variety of wildlife. Native Americans used these wild plums extensively.
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Winter and the Landscape
Winter is a time of stress on the landscape plants. Extra care during the winter will protect plants in the landscape, and they will recover looking their best.
Cattle Producers Update
Cattle producers, feed a mineral supplement with adequate magnesium to prevent grass tetany. Note updated beef mineral recommendations.
Spring Ag Notes
Spring ag news includes Horticulture Webinar Wednesdays, a note from the Oldham County Conservation District, and Private Pesticide Applicator training.
Disease Resistant Vegetable Seeds
Using varieties that have disease resistance and/or tolerance to certain weather conditions is a helpful tool for vegetable production, especially if you don’t plan to use pesticides.
Cicadas & Your Trees
Several Kentucky counties will experience a large number of periodical cicadas emerging this spring. Besides the annoying racket they make, cicadas are also pests of trees.
Houseplants Liven Up Living Spaces
Coming in all shapes and sizes, houseplants add color and texture to the home. Studies point to houseplants as being good for your wellbeing too.
Bring Your Garden Inside
You don't have to face a long winter without home grown produce. Use these tips to bring your garden indoors.
2020 Report to the People
Oldham County Extension's Report to the People includes articles on 4-H leadership, nutrition education, Oldham County agriculture, and more.
How to Prevent Backyard Fruit Diseases
Home gardeners take note: late winter management is key to preventing backyard fruit diseases.
Oldham County Cooperative Extension Blog 