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.
Agriculture & Natural Resources
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.
BQCA & Pesticide Applicator Certifications
Online training options are available for Beef Quality & Care Assurance and Private Pesticide Applicator certifications. Contact the office to schedule in-person training.
How to Handle Fall Yard Waste
Fall in a beautiful but messy time in Kentucky. How you handle yard waste impacts your garden and our environment.
Fall Is Garlic Planting Time
Fall is the perfect time of year to plant garlic. Garlic takes fall and winter to develop its roots, produces foliage in early spring, and is harvested in summer.
Soils, Fertilizers, & Plant Growth
What everyone should know about soil nutrients, fertilizers, and plant growth. Get a quick rundown of soil nutrients, fertilizers, soil testing, and other important information related to plant growth.
