Fleming County Conservation District

Numerous factors play into a farmland rental agreement from the perspective of both the land owner and the land renter. Kentucky Farm Business Management (KFBM) Extension Specialist Michael Forsythe's latest article, "What to Consider When Renting Out Your Farm," outlines these factors and provides guidance on making sure your rental agreement is thorough and inclusive of the "what-ifs."

Read >> https://agecon.ca.uky.edu/what-consider-when-renting-out-your-farm

📢 Are you interested in learning more about how and why to practice composting on your farm?

Join us at an On-Farm Composting Workshop on December 6th-8th to learn best practices for composting, marketing, compost quality, and more! Registration is $10.

Register and view the full agenda here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/compost-workshop

Would you like to be BQCA Certified? Come on out to the Extension Office on December 5th at 5:30p.m. Please call the office at 859-987-1895 to RSVP! We look forward to seeing those that can attend!

Check out the November 2023 Fleming County ANR Newsletter at:

https://fleming.ca.uky.edu/newsletters/nov-2023-anr-newsletter

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkNRuO-m3O0

MarketMaker Webinar This webinar is designed to assist our members in finding new ways to market their farm business.The webinar includes an overview of what MarketMaker is, how...

One USDA, Beginning Farming and Ranching Virtual Training Webinar for Transitioning Service

October 31st - November 1st
10am - 4:30pm EST

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announces a unique training opportunity tailored to transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses. This free, two-day webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunities, programs and services available to those interested in their journey in farming and ranching.

Participants will explore the essentials required to start a career in farming and ranching and learn how to connect with USDA programs and services. They'll also begin to build a supportive network that will aid in the success of an agricultural operation.

The webinar will be recorded and shared on the USDA Veterans website. To register, click the link below:
https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_ca-wK7nzTlmmvZniAmFKKg?fbclid=IwAR2j-ZOO9kfEHjoUchantYYP5HYeJdqzXQOsWFAxvSYGrTdEAs-qPif2OIo #/registration

For more information or to request any special accommodations, email [email protected].

Diego Loredo
Digital Marketing and Outreach Specialist
Farmer Veteran Coalition
[email protected]

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Harrison Co. Farm Field Day
10-19-23 starting at 5pm
Call 859-234-5510 to RSVP for the meal provided
located at the farm of Adam & Jennifer Yazell behind Northside Elementary on Keller Waits Rd (look for signs)
Topics covered will include sod production with a cutting demo & Connecticut Broadleaf To***co production. UK Specialists and various ag vendors will be on site.

UK Extension wants to know how to serve you. Take a 10 min. survey to help them develop programs addressing needs in your community:

How can we serve? | Take our Survey Extension wants to hear from all Kentuckians...

Urban Forest Initiative Presents
TREE WEEK
10/6-10/15/23
more info: https://ufi.ca.uky.edu/treeweek

Thru a series of nature & tree-themed events, Tree Week strives to foster a deeper appreciation & understanding for the important roles nature & trees have in improving our quality of life.

There is a series of webinars list week. You must register: https://tinyurl.com/KYtreeweek

10-12 @ noon Managing Forests in the Face of Climate Change
@ 1pm How to Water Landscape Trees Effectively
10-13 @ noon Campus Woods: Woods Research, Teaching, & Extension at UK

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Tree Week 2023 - Forestry and Natural Resources. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. • Monday, Oct 9, 12 pm ET/ 11 am CT: How Not to Kill a Tree with Amanda Sears and Ellen Crocker • Tuesday, Oct 10, 12 pm ET/ 11 am CT: Identifying Kentucky’s Trees with Laurie Thomas • Tuesday, Oct 10, 3 pm ET/ 2 pm CT: Best Evergreens for the Bluegrass with Brandon George • Wednesday, Oct...

If you haven't visited The Toolbox Assistive Technology Database recently, you haven't visited The Toolbox. There are now more than 1850 tools to help with agriculture-related tasks. www.agrability.org/toolbox

Ky Beef Conference
10-26-23
10am Welcome & Sponsor Recognition
Beef Outlook & Marketing Strategies
11am F***l Egg Count Reduction Test
1130am Tools for Beef Producers
12pm Lunch
1pm LRP & Price Risk Protection
2pm Adjourn
RSVP by 10-20-23 to Clark Co Extension Office 859-744-4682

Clark Co Extension Office
1400 Fortune Dr
Wi******er Ky 40391

Would you like to be BQCA Certified? Come on out to the Extension Office on October 11th at 10 a.m. Please call the office at 859-987-1895 to RSVP! We look forward to seeing those that can attend!

Taco 'bout amazing… It’s National Taco Day! “Lettuce” meet some of the Texas farmers and ranchers behind our favorite taco ingredients: https://txfb.us/TTTtacos

Meet the 2023 HOA Conference Speakers⁠
EXCITING NEWS!! The YouTube family you all know and love, the Rhodes, will be back again at the Homesteaders of America conference this year in Front Royal, Virginia on October 13th & 14th. We know you won’t miss this chance to meet the Rhodes in person and hear them share the wealth of knowledge they’ve built while growing their permaculture-based homestead! ⁠
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Can't make it to the conference? Grab an online membership and watch the event online a few weeks later — https://homesteadersofamerica.com/join-today/
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More about Justin & Rebekah: ⁠
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Justin & Rebekah Rhodes are permaculturalist homesteaders who have inspired (and taught) thousands of people to grow their own food. After 10+ years of farming experience and countless hours of training, he creates daily “edutainment” on their wildly popular YouTube Channel, Justin Rhodes and Rebekah’s wellness & health YouTube Channel, The Beautiful Life.⁠
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A WAY TO GROW ENOUGH FOR YOUR FAMILY

It has become more important than ever for You to be able to grow at least part of what You and Your Family eat on a yearly basis. Big factors are the many chemicals and pesticides used on vegetables and fruits in the grocery stores, the rising food prices we are all seeing, and the instability we have seen throughout the world, and in our own Country. We are in a very uncertain time in our Countries history, and we need to be prepared.

Many Families, like yours, are now growing their own Home Gardens--much like our Grandparents and Great Grandparents
did with their Victory Gardens years ago. They grew their own Food, Saved their Heirloom Seeds, and were very Self-Sufficient.

The chart below gives you a good idea of how much of each Seed variety or plant you will need to grow per person, based on picking and eating them fresh. If you plan on Canning or freezing your Veggies to get thru the year, you will need to plant more. I would suggest you multiply the amount listed by 3 - 4.

Seeds or plants per 100-ft. row is the recommended amount or number to use for proper spacing and growth. Estimated yield per 100-ft. row is based on optimum growth, so it could be different from Family to Family. If you don't plant in 100-ft rows, then you can divide the amounts down to the size you do plant. So if you have a 5' x 4' raised bed ( 20 sq ft ), you would just divide the 100' results by 5 .

FOR OPTIMUM YIELDS, YOU WILL WANT TO:
1) Start Off with fresh viable Heirloom Seeds 2) Use a good Compost/Soil mixture 3) Maintain Fertility 4) Provide enough water 4) Use Mulch 5) Control Pests ( insects, and the furry types) Companion Plants are a good way to control and deter pests, while staying Organic.

Good Healthy HEIRLOOM SEEDS will make all the difference when you need that Big Yield at harvest time. At THE SEED GUY, we have a great Heirloom Seed package that has 60 Heirloom Seed Varieties, 34,000 total Seeds, all Non GMO and Great SALE Pricing Now at $79. They are all full sized packets.

You get 49 Veggie varieties and 11 Herb varieties. You would definitely be able to Feed Your Family with this Seed package, and you can store the Seeds you don't use right away in the 10 x 14 silver mylar bag we provide. All Heirloom Seeds are Small Farm-Grown, we hand count and package to make sure you get the best germination, and they are Fresh from the New Fall 2023 Harvest.

You can see Seed varieties and Order this Seed package on our website at
https://theseedguy.net/seed-packages/50-60-variety-heirloom-seed-package.html

We also have 8 other Heirloom Seed packages, of different sizes, and also all our individual varieties in Stock on our Seed Guy website. at https://theseedguy.net/15-seed-packages

You can also call us 7 days a week, and up to 10:00 pm each night, to ask questions or to place an Order at 918-352-8800

Click LIKE at the top of our page, and you will be able to see more of our great Gardening Articles, New Seed Offerings, and Healthy Juice Recipes. Thank you and God Bless You and Your Family.
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KY Grazing: Low Stress Livestock Handling for Serious Graziers (Hardin) This meeting is a cooperative effort of the Kentucky Forage and Grassland Council and the UK Extension

A little more pork facts tonight

Kentucky is full of Farmers Markets! Just look at this map! Farmers Markets everywhere!

Farmers Markets make it easy to find a huge variety of Kentucky grown Fruits and Vegetables in one location. Many markets in Kentucky are open year-round and have market days spread throughout the week. Farmers Markets near you are easy to find with this helpful map: https://uk-horticulture.github.io/hort-directory/

October, October🍂 the leaves are just starting to turn and cooler weather is on the horizon...

This month we'll be saying "see ya later" to most berries, cantaloupe, and a few other favorites, but not to worry! Many markets will continue to see a variety of produce including sweet potatoes, winter squash, and cabbage. Be sure to enjoy the last of the tomatoes and summer vegetables you can get your hands on and get ready for all the warm and cozy fall recipes headed your way🎃🍎🍠

Cattlewomen Communicate

Communication as women in the cattle industry is key to running our business, our operations, building relationships with clients/family/friends, and building the organizations we are a part of. When we exchange words, information, or news, watch how you say these things and the tones within your voice.

Here are 3 keys to help you strengthen your communication skills:
1. Listen: A good leader listens to others and hears them. A good owner of a business or operation listens to what is going on and hears what their animals are saying. We must listen to what is around us to make sure we are seeing the whole picture.

2. Forgive. Forgiveness is for you. Some people will do you wrong, animals may hurt you, and situations may leave you burned. It is up to you to rid yourself of the negative thoughts and feelings that arise from things that may happen.

3. Contention. People, situations, and your animals can make you frustrated. Work to not bring your emotions and contention into your relationships and business. Negative tones and vibes will not help you to move forward and continue.

AgrAbility webinar: “SARE Grants – Preparing a Proposal.” October 11, 3:00 ET. SARE grants are farmer-directed research and education projects that are based on real problems farmers have and the solutions they want to try out or share with others. More info at http://www.agrability.org/ntw-encore

OH DEER! Modern Firearm Deer season starts November 11!

Renew your Kentucky Hunting License today, and don’t miss out on this year’s deer season! https://bit.ly/3gpXd1I.

KY Center for Ag & Rural Development KCARD is a non-profit organization established to facilitate agricultural and rural business develop

Importance of reproductive efficiency Check out these 4 tips to get the most out of your cows and the next calf herd.

Why do leaves change color in the fall?

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Starting in the woods, this hands-on workshop will teach you the necessary steps to maple syrup production. Don't miss out!

Register @ https://ky-maplesyrup.ca.uky.edu/workshops

🍂 It’s hard to believe that it is already October! 🍂

🗓 Mark Your Calendars for these important dates:

October 1-22: Turkey Crossbow Season
October 1: Opening Day of Catch-and-Release Trout, Raccoon and Opossum Hunting Seasons
October 14-15: Youth Fi****ms Season for Deer
October 21-22: Early Muzzleloader Season for Deer
October 23: Surplus Auction at Fish & Wildlife Headquarters
October 23-27: Bear Hunt with Dogs (Zones 1 & 2)
October 26: Last Day of Early Dove Season
October 28: Opening Day of Early Fall Turkey, Woodcock and Bear Achery/Crossbow Seasons (Zones 1 & 2)
October 29: Last Day of Early Snipe Season
October 30: Last Day of Bear Archery/Crossbow Season (Zone 1)
October 31: Last Day of Bullfrog Season
October 31: HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Remember - EVERY great Kentucky outdoors day begins at FW.KY.GOV!