Agriculture

This time of the year subtle warnings come from professionals reminding the consumer to be skeptical of mail order catalogues or advertisements that claim “new horticultural breakthroughs,” otherwise outrages claims or mass quantities of things for bargain basement prices. There are legitimate “horticultural breakthroughs,” but usually different terminology is used, and you’ll find them at your local stores.

An expectant hush lies over the barren winter landscape as foaling season prepares to kick into full gear in Shelby County.  

A few foals are beginning to emerge to greet the world around the county, and so far, few problems have surfaced, those in the equine industry say.

“The mares have started to foal; we had one last night [Tuesday], a gorgeous filly,” said Linda Bennett of Equine Services in Simpsonville.

Webinar will discuss strategies for improving pastures, hay

A special Webinar program at the Shelby County Extension Office, conducted by two experts from the University of Kentucky, will help participants learn more about using and restoring pasture lands.

The program, at 7 p.m. Jan. 28, will feature Garry Lacefield, UK Extension forage specialist, who will speak on preparing better pastures, and Jeff Lehmkuhler, UK Extension beef cattle specialist, who will address strategies for stretching hay supplies.

USDA seeks applications

for wildlife initiative

Natural Resources Conservation Service in Kentucky is currently accepting applications for Environmental Quality Incentive Program Wildlife Initiative, a voluntary program available to landowners to improve wildlife habitat on private property.