South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council Director Carter Hendricks spoke to the Christian County Agribusiness Association on Tuesday. Hendricks gave an update on the state of our current industries, and also outlined a goal to bring more...Read More
Christian County producer David Fourqurean has added Sorghum-Sudangrass to his pastures to extend the grazing season for his beef cattle herd. Already this year they have grazed the pastures once and learned a lot about the height...Read More
Christian County Agriculture Extension Agent Matt Futrell gave a few updates on upcoming events and programs that will be happening in our area. Futrell says GAP Connections has provided area tobacco producers the opportunity to pick up...Read More
Southern rust is a concern as corn harvest approaches every year. A fungal pathogen which travels by air currents causes southern rust. According to Trigg County Extension Agent Graham Cofield, this year, southern rust should not create...Read More
As the weather improves and the holiday weekend nears, many will be enjoying the outdoors. However, it is important to remember there are many health benefits to spending time outside. Trigg County Family & Consumer Sciences Extention...Read More
Summer months are the harvest season for blueberries and blackberries, both of which have the potential to grow very well in Kentucky. Blueberries, which are native to North America, are harvested from early June through early August....Read More
After an uncertain wheat crop, many area producers are hopeful the recent weather conditions will be more favorable for a successful corn harvest this fall. Christian County Extension Agent Matt Futrell says the rains we have had...Read More
The Christian County Cattleman’s Lonestar Rodeo has been postponed this year due to restrictions put in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Executive committee member Jerry Gilliam says the decision comes from much deliberation, however, the rodeo...Read More
