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How to Reclaim Hay Feeding Areas
Wet conditions this winter affected hay feeding areas. Even well-designed feeding pads could have significant damage where animals enter and leave, creating perfect growing conditions for summer annual weeds. While these areas may look rough now, you can improve them.
Troublesome Weeds: Buttercup & Poison Hemlock
Buttercup and Poison Hemlock are two problem weeds that can be controlled now with herbicide sprays. Get tips on controlling these troublesome pasture weeds.
Ornamental Grass Can Be A Pasture Weed
While popular in landscapes, ornamental grass can be an invasive weed in pastures. Get tips on controlling ornamental grass in pastures.
Fall Pasture Re-Seeding Strategies
September is the best time to sow cool season grasses. If reseeding pastures isn't possible, try these other strategies.
Ag News: Cost-Share & Other Upcoming Programs
Upcoming agriculture programs include the 2019 cost-share application period, pasture seeding and management program, Oldham County Ag Connection, Regional Beef Field Day, Master Gardener classes, and more.
Rehabilitating Pastures After Excessive Rainfall
Excess rainfall over the past year has wreaked havoc on pastures. Here are some things to consider as you make plans for reseeding.
How to Control Weeds
Managing weeds requires multiple strategies and planned effort. It may require changing management practices. Here are some ideas for getting a handle on weeds.
Upcoming Beef Cattle Events
RSVP for upcoming beef cattle events: "Raising the Steaks" Beef Finishing School and Regional Beef Field Day.
Oldham County Ag News: Cost-Share, Producer Spotlight
Adult & youth cost-share opportunities: signup for cost-share application assistance. Read about an Oldham County forage producer.
Oldham County Cooperative Extension Blog 