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Time is ripe for Kentucky melons
The time is ripe for Kentucky cantaloupes and watermelons. Americans consume about 14 pounds of watermelon a year and about 11 pounds per year for cantaloupes, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. But how do you pick the best ones? For watermelon, look for a dull finish. A shiny appearance usually signals immaturity. Next, look for the spot on the watermelon where it was lying on the ground. As the melon matures this g...
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Chaney's Dairy Barn hosting Ag Night
Chaney's Dairy Barn is having Agriculture Awareness Night on Friday, August 6th from 6 to 8:30pm. The event is free and features plenty of fun activities for the whole family. In addition, it is a great way for folks to learn more about agriculture. Local agriculture businesses as well as several Kentucky state agriculture departments will be here to share information. Chaney's will also have the Mobile Science Activity Center, Kentucky Kate ...
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First detection of southern corn rust
By Paul Vincelli Last week, southern corn rust was detected by Dr. Don Hershman on the University of Kentucky Research Station in Caldwell County. Dr. Hershman reported that the incidence in several corn blocks was about one leaf with some pustules for every 30-40 leaves examined. These infected leaves were generally in the mid-canopy. In one block, he found two plants that were severely blighted due to southern corn rust (which is probably ...
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Southern States local annual meeting set
Southern States Cooperative will review its operations at a series of local annual meetings, including the upcoming meeting for members of Southern States Russellville Cooperative, Inc. – Russellville and Todd branches. “While Southern States had a record year in 2008, the challenges of 2009 and 2010 have made for tough but positive years,” says President and CEO Thomas R. Scribner. Sales in fiscal year 2008 exceeded $2 billion for the first...
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4-H Aerospace and Aviation Camp
Have you ever wanted to fly a plane? Build a rocket, or a glider? Now is the time to discover the thrill and magic of flight. This is the opportunity for middle & high school youth to experience the joy, thrill and magic of flight. Learn the principles of flight, the basics of navigation, do some stargazing and learn how ancient mariners could tell their location on the earth by the stars. Learn about lift, thrust, gravity and drag. Plan and...
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Unmarked police cars: Are they real or fake?
An e-mail message has gone around for years about rapists and murderers impersonating law enforcement officers. Suppose a person in an unmarked car tries to pull you over. They’ve turned their light on and are motioning you to the side of the road. What do you do? If it is a marked police car, you should pull over. But an unmarked car puts you in an uncertain situation. It could be real or fake. This is a special problem for women, as rapists ...
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2010 wheat crop harvested
Warm, dry weather allowed Kentucky wheat farmers to quickly wrap up the 2010 harvest. Overall, crop conditions were pretty good considering the obstacles that were placed in its way throughout the growing season, said Jim Herbek, grain crops specialist with the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture. Preliminary numbers showed Kentucky producers harvested about 300,000 acres and average yields were 63 bushels per acre. While this is an ...
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Logan County 4-H Rabbit Show results
The Logan County 4-H Rabbit and Cavy club had another exciting year this year! The club meets monthly from January through June. This year the club held regular meetings where members learned more about raising rabbits, nutrition, selection, breeds and anatomy. Club members had a great time obtaining their rabbits then coming to the county fair to show them in June. This year’s rabbit show was held on June 3rd at the Logan County Extensio...
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FSA Reminds Producers to File Acreage Report by July 15
The Farm Service Agency Russellville Service Center is reminding producers to submit their annual acreage report to their local FSA county office by July 15 to meet FSA program eligibility requirements. Farmers must file their reports accurately and timely for all crops and land uses, including prevented and failed acreage, to ensure they receive the maximum FSA program benefits possible. Acreage reports are considered timely filed when comple...
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Funds available for dead animal removal
The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board, chaired by Gov. Steve Beshear, and the Kentucky Division of Conservation (KDOC) announce the availability of assistance to help counties implement or continue a plan for the removal of deceased farm animals within the county. The Deceased Farm Animal Disposal Assistance Program (DAP) provides an opportunity for the use of County Agricultural Development Funds. This program is a short-term measure to...
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4-H’ers begin countdown to State Fair
The Kentucky State Fair marks the culmination of a year of concentrated effort by 4-H youths. Some walk away with ribbons and prizes, but everyone who participates receives recognition and a feeling of accomplishment for a job well done. Throughout the year, 4-H’ers work with their county 4-H agents to develop the knowledge and presentation skills needed to successfully complete a project. Each county offers a number of opportunities and if...
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Household pests: Gnats and springtails, legacies of a wet spring
By Lee Townsend Midges and gnats are common names for several species of small, non-biting flies. They appear suddenly, forming annoying swarms in the air as they mate. While they look like mosquitoes, these gnats cannot bite. Usually, they live for just a few days then suddenly disappear. Some are attracted to light and may be a nuisance, landing on people or entering homes or businesses. The immature stages of gnats develop in standing water...
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Heat can be dangerous to livestock
Throughout the weekend and into next week, Kentuckians will experience high heat indices, especially in the western counties. Livestock become uncomfortable when the heat index reaches about 90 degrees. With heat indices at this range, it's critical for producers to be aware of what's going on with the animals. "The heat index is a combination of air temperature and humidity. That one-two punch makes it hazardous for people and animals," said ...
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State 4-H Communications Day
The 4-H State Communications Day held at the University of Kentucky is set for July 10th. The contest will include speeches and demonstrations. Congratulations go to Jarrett Hamilton for representing Logan County at this state contest. The daylong competition showcases the communications expertise of 4-HYouth in a variety of categories. Youths ages 9 through 18 may compete in the event. A communications program is a long-standing tradition a...
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County fairs, why?
"Most people just don’t get it," said Ron, bemoaning the urban politicians that continue to whittle away at funding for county fairs and the Ag Extension Service. "It’s all about the kids learning real life." To their misfortune, urban children have much less opportunity to connect with real life. They look at some farm kid working on his show steer every day for months. It is beyond their comprehension. "Why", they think, ‘Would anyone wan...
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