Halloween is one of the anticipated holidays of the year for many people, but if a child suffers from food allergies, it can be downright frightful for them and their parents. You can support children with food allergies and other medical conditions by participating in the Teal Pumpkin Project.
There are two categories of garlic to consider: Allium sativum, or softneck garlic and Allium ophioscordon, or hardneck garlic. Softneck garlic is the easiest and most widely cultivated because the bulbs are large and the cloves and skin are tight, which prevent moisture loss and allows for longer storage.
Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles announced today that the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has opened the application period for Kentuckians wishing to participate in the state’s industrial hemp research pilot program for the 2018 growing season.
Fall color has been slowly bleeding into the tapestry of our landscape due to our little stretch of dry weather. It is a natural reaction for a plant to show signs of fall color early when it is under stress. In fact, we have some crabapples that are blooming because they have completely defoliated. No leaves mean the sun’s warmth coaxes bud break and bloom at the wrong time of the year.
The 2016-2017 Spencer County 4-H Achievement Banquet was held on Sunday, September 24th at the Spencer County Extension Office. Congratulations to all 4-H members that were recognized for their accomplishments. The 2017 Outstanding Teen was Courtney Jeffiers. The Outstanding Volunteer for 2017 was Jennifer Mayer. Chef Joshua Moore was the 2017 Friend of Spencer County 4-H.
Congratulations Gabi Deetch, Noah Dunning, Stephanie Panter, Luke Brewer, Baylee Todd, Jillian Dunning, and Erica Goodlett for exhibiting at the 2017 Kentucky State Fair Youth and Open Rabbit Shows. Spencer County had a great showing at the Kentucky State Fair Rabbit Show.