Extension office hosts summer field day on local farm
Published 1:48 pm Saturday, August 17, 2019
- Attendees piled onto hay bales for a ride across the farm during the agriculture summer field day Thursday at Bill and Marilyn Cook's farm. (Photo by Lashana Harney)
More than 50 people attended the Clark County Cooperative Extension agriculture summer field day Thursday. Attendees learned about the history of Bill and Marilyn Cooks’ farm before taking a tour on a hay ride.
Attendees also heard from various speakers. Forrest Wynne, Kentucky State University aquaculture specialist, talked about pond and lake weed management; Michelle Arnold, University of Kentucky veterinarian, discussed livestock water sources and summer health.
The Clark County Cattleman’s Association and Clark County Farm Bureau sponsored the event, providing food and drinks for everyone.
About Lashana Harney
Lashana Harney is a reporter for The Winchester Sun. Her beats include schools and education, business and commerce, Winchester Municipal Utilities and other news. To contact her, email lashana.harney@winchestersun.com or call 859-759-0015.
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