Month: September 2025

Hillary P. Carnley, Area Livestock & Forages Agent As the leaves begin to change and the temperatures cool, September signals more than just the arrival of autumn—it marks a crucial transition period for livestock producers. While warm-season pastures begin to fade and forage availability declines, hay or supplemental feed becomes necessary to maintain animal health […]

Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent National Farm Safety and Health Week serves as a yearly reminder to the public and the agricultural community of the dangers of living and working on a farm. The 2025 National Farm Safety and Health Week theme is Safety First, Avoid the Worst. During the weeklong observation, many agricultural […]

Jessica Hardiman, Food System and Safety Agent Fall is a great time to enjoy mashed and pureed vegetables –potatoes, pumpkin, winter squash, sweet potatoes, refried beans, and more! However, if you are planning to can these foods to enjoy at a later date in the year, great care needs to be taken in order to […]