Pendleton County Cooperative Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources

10/30/2026

It’s the MOST wonderful time of the year… CAIP SEASON!

The ink is officially dry, the legal agreement is signed, and we’re ready to get this show on the road!

Sorry for the short notice, but Pendleton County CAIP Producer Applications will be available beginning Monday, November 2!

CAIP (County Agricultural Investment Program) is a competitive cost-share program that provides approved farmers reimbursement for eligible farm investments. Applications must score high enough to qualify for funding, so approval is not guaranteed!

Here’s what you need to know:

* Applications Available: November 2
* Deadline: November 24 at 3:00 PM
* Informational Meetings:
* November 2 at 10:00 AM or 6:30 PM
* November 3 at 10:00 AM

Informational meetings are not required but HIGHLY encouraged, especially for first-time applicants! We’ll cover program details, eligibility, and the application process. Please call the Extension Office to register by November 2.

Can’t make it during business hours? An after-hours application pickup cabinet will be available at the main entrance of the Extension Office.

Dust off those farm improvement wish lists and start gathering your paperwork!

It’s CAIP season, and I’m sure I’ll be seeing plenty of y’all soon!

10/29/2026

🚨 Time to register for the 2027 Kentucky Cattlemen's Association Convention & Ag Industry Trade Show! 🚨

January 21-22, 2027
Lexington, KY
Alltech Arena/Embassy Suites

More information and a link to register is available at https://www.kycattle.org/kca-convention 📅

10/26/2026

🚜 After 20 years, it's time for a little tune-up!

Following the auction of its aging equipment earlier this year, the Pendleton County Beef Cattle Association is looking to give its Shared-Use Equipment Program a fresh start!

Now, they're asking local farmers to help determine what's next. What equipment would you like to see available for rent through the program?

🐮 This is a great opportunity to help shape a program that meets the changing needs of Pendleton County's agricultural community!

📝 Share your thoughts: https://forms.gle/CazL1fUfCCX1Dqs96

🚜🐮 FARMERS, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

What equipment would make a difference on YOUR farm?
As the Pendleton County Beef Cattle Association looks toward the future of our Shared-Use Equipment Program, we're asking local farmers to help us decide what's next!

We've created a quick survey to gather feedback on equipment that would be most beneficial to our local agricultural community.

✅ What equipment would you use?
✅ What would make your operation easier?
✅ What should PCBCA consider purchasing next?

Your feedback matters! We want to make sure future equipment purchases reflect the needs of the farmers who will actually use them.
📝 TAKE THE SURVEY HERE: https://forms.gle/CazL1fUfCCX1Dqs96

Help us continue building a program that puts Pendleton County farmers FIRST! 🐂

10/19/2026

Johnsongrass… the notorious troublemaker of Kentucky fields and roadsides! 🌱🌾 Love it or (more likely) hate it, this persistent pest certainly knows how to overstay its welcome! And if you've ever battled Johnsongrass, you know it's not one to go down without a fight!

Join UK Extension W**d Science Specialist Marcelo Zimmer this Thursday, October 22, at 9 a.m. as he tackles the biology and management of this stubborn invader in row crops, forages, and roadsides during the first installment of the 2026 Fall Crop Protection Webinar Series.

Because when it comes to Johnsongrass, there's no magic wand—but understanding your opponent is half the battle!

📚 CEUs available: 1 IPM for CCA and 1 Category 1a for Pesticide Applicators.

Register at https://ukrec.mgcafe.uky.edu/events.

10/18/2026

🥾🍂 PENco HIKERS Go West! 🦌

A beautiful October weekend called for a Western Kentucky adventure filled with hiking, history, wildlife, good food, and even better company!

Our first stop was Mantle Rock Nature Preserve, home to one of the longest natural sandstone arches east of the Mississippi! Along our 2.7-mile hike, we walked a portion of the historic Trail of Tears, learning about the hardships endured by the Cherokee people during this difficult chapter of American history.

Next stop, Patti’s 1880’s Settlement, where we’re fairly certain we consumed more calories than we burned on the trail! 😂 With full bellies, we took a little side quest through Land Between the Lakes to the Elk & Bison Prairie. No bison sightings, but the elk put on quite a show! 🦌 For some hikers, it was their first time seeing elk, proving that sometimes the best adventures are the unexpected ones!

We ended the evening with board games, laughter, and fellowship at the lodge before squeezing in one final hike along Blue Springs Trail at Lake Barkley State Resort Park, where plenty of deer greeted us along the way.

🌿 PENco HIKERS is about more than miles on a trail. It’s boots-on-the-ground education, discovering new places, building friendships, and finding a little wonder around every bend!

🥾 We’ve got a pretty great crew, and there’s room for more! Watch for details on our 2027–2028 hiking program. We’d love to have you along for the next adventure!

Good trails, great people, and a few unexpected side quests. That’s the PENco HIKERS way! 💚

10/16/2026

Kentucky Farmers: Agricultural Exemption License Renewal Help
Is it time to renew your Kentucky Agricultural Exemption License? Join the ONLINE informational session to learn more about the renewal process and how to navigate the Kentucky Department of Revenue’s Agricultural Exemption License Guide.

📅 Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM

💻 Join the online session via Microsoft Teams:
🔗 https://teams.microsoft.com/dl/launcher/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fmeet%2F21616087788189%3Fp%3DNgP8jyytpXU5ZjefjJ%26fbclid%3DIwY2xjawU_WqxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVJsQ1FFMjA5NWIzV2UyRndzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEehS2LGQbA9EttAvslZbUgAC_MwcmN0RTJt8tOKin2_idGtunzRiJpADPsCDY_aem_gHdqC85hEEVpmCZac1OqPQ%26anon%3Dtrue&type=meet&deeplinkId=022e5f7a-ed41-40c9-9557-7b57b9fac301&directDl=true&msLaunch=true&enableMobilePage=true&suppressPrompt=true
Meeting ID: 216 160 877 881 89
Passcode: CE79Rt3v

Can't make the meeting? Check out the Agricultural Exemption

License Guide ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://revenue.ky.gov/Documents/User%20Guide%20-%20Agricultural%20Exemption.pdf

📖 The Agricultural Exemption License Guide provides information to help farmers understand the license process and use the MyTaxes portal. Current agricultural exemption licenses are scheduled to expire on December 31, 2026, so now is a good time to review the renewal process and prepare!

10/15/2026

There’s been a lot of questions about virtual fencing. Here’s your chance to see some in action!

Curious about virtual fencing or looking for ways to make better use of the wooded acres on your farm? Come see what we're working on at Eden Shale!

🔹 Virtual Fencing Demonstration – See the Nofence system in action and learn how we're using it to manage cattle movement and grazing areas. Explore how this technology could fit into your operation.

🔹 Working Woods: Forestry Opportunities – Learn about managing invasive species, forest stewardship planning, tree planting and opportunities to make better use of your wooded acreage with specialists from the University of Kentucky and Kentucky Division of Forestry.

Come see the demonstrations, ask questions and take home ideas you can put to work on your farm!

Register today: https://keca.memberclicks.net/edenshale2026?utm_source=chatgpt.com #/

10/10/2026

We weren’t just kidding around this Saturday! 🐐🐑

It was a picture-perfect fall day to wrap up our Small Ruminant Boot Camp at the beautiful Campbell County Agricultural Complex!

After three weeks of learning about sheep and goat health, nutrition, and management, it was time to roll up our sleeves and put those skills to work! Participants gained hands-on experience, completed their Small Ruminant Quality Care Assurance training, and headed home with a care kit for their own flocks and herds.

A BIG thank you to Dr. Jessie Lay from the University of Kentucky, Dr. Beth Johnson and Kelly Yates from the Kentucky Sheep and Goat Development Office for sharing their expertise! We’re also grateful to our volunteer leaders for providing our four-legged teachers and to our participants for spending a beautiful fall Saturday learning with us!

After all, there’s always mutton more to learn! 🐑



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Pendleton County Extension Office

09/17/2026

A big day for Kentucky agriculture, and Pendleton County was glad to be there for it!

Two members of our Agricultural Development Council joined County Extension Agent Lindie Huffman for the opening of UK’s new Meats and Foods Industry Advancement Center.

A little full-circle moment for , who worked in the UK Meats Lab as an undergraduate student!

Then it was back on the road to make it home just in time for tonight’s Pendleton County Agricultural Development Council meeting.

From celebrating what’s ahead for Kentucky agriculture to getting back home and doing the work locally. That’s a pretty good day in Extension!

09/15/2026

Hey, Hey, and Hidey Ho! It's that magical time of year again! 🍂 The Kentucky Wool Festival is right around the corner, and that means it's time for our 4-Hers to put their best hoof - er...foot - forward and sign up for shifts at the 4-H Drink Booths! Please use the QR code (or link) to sign up for one or more shifts. AND Parents/4H supporters, we need EWE, too!

Each shift completed by the 4-Her will earn them $30 in incentive money that can be used during the upcoming program year! This can pay for camp, fair passes, Summit, and a variety of other 4-H events.

So let's all round up the gang, wrangle the crew, rally the troops, and get the 4-H band back together because 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻'𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺! 🐏 🐏

Sign Up Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EABAE29AAF5C07-65525672-2026 #/