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Soils, Fertilizers, & Plant Growth

September 22, 2020October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / Leave a comment

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.

How to Reclaim Hay Feeding Areas

May 29, 2020October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / Leave a comment

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

February 27, 2020December 11, 2020 / Lauren State / 2 Comments

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

November 27, 2019October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / Leave a comment

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 4, 2019October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / 1 Comment

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

May 30, 2019October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / 1 Comment

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

February 24, 2019October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / 1 Comment

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

December 1, 2018October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / 4 Comments

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

August 29, 2018October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / 2 Comments

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

May 30, 2018October 21, 2020 / Lauren State / 1 Comment

Adult & youth cost-share opportunities: signup for cost-share application assistance. Read about an Oldham County forage producer.

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