Knox County Conservation District

06/01/2026

This program is for BELL, CLAY, JACKSON, KNOX, WHITLEY and LAUREL counties. Please contact your local FSA office before showing up to determine what you have on file. This needs to be completed prior to July 15th.

05/26/2026

🌱 Join the KACD Lifetime Membership Program! 🌱

The Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts is proud to recognize our current Lifetime Members for their dedication and commitment to conservation across Kentucky:

⭐ David Rowlett
⭐ Steve Coleman
⭐ Jeff Rice
⭐ Allan Bryant
⭐ Kathy King
⭐ Michelle Estes
⭐ Rhodes Hester
⭐ Franklin County Conservation District

For a one-time membership fee of $500, individuals, Conservation Districts, and businesses (ANYONE!!) can become a KACD Lifetime Member and help support conservation leadership, education, and outreach for generations to come. 💚

Your support helps strengthen:
🌎 Soil & Water Conservation
🌱 Agricultural Stewardship
💧 Natural Resource Protection
📚 Conservation Education

Become part of a growing group of conservation champions today!

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day we will be closed Monday May 25th

05/19/2026

USDA-FSA reminds producers of the importance of timely reporting all hay and pasture acreage. With the grazing season being primarily dry to date, the possibility of programs raises. While nothing is set in stone at this time, you have the opportune ability to report all acreage timely without late-file penalty charges until July 15th. Please note, any program that may come up would most likely require 2026 livestock inventory. It is a great time to be working on your inventory records starting from Jan. 1, 2026 forward notating purchases, sales, births, deaths and delineating the following categories: adult, bull (ram etc), newborn, non-adult. These things better ensure your ability participate with ease should anything be put into play currently or retroactively. We ask that you call the office and speak with FSA staff about your eligibility paperwork, farm records, maps, and acreage reports so that we can prepare everything you need. You have until July 15th to finalize any forage, row crop, vegetable, or (most) fruit crops. Barbourville USDA 606-546-3373 [email protected]

05/18/2026

The end of the school year is coming up soooo quickly, and that means summer meals are right around the corner. Kentucky has already proven to be a leader in access to summer meals. Now, let's get more local farm foods in those meals. From a celebration week to an achievement recognition to an adaptation specifically for multiple day's meal distributions, you'll find lots of information about farm to summer meals on the network website: https://www.kyf2snetwork.com/farm-to-summer-meals We'll also be sharing highlights over the next few days.

05/18/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Knox County Conservation District scholarship winners. These students have been awarded a $1,000 scholarship for continuing their education. Clayton Walker, Makayla Taylor, Madalyn Taylor, Marvin Landon Mills, Katie Mills, Cooper Mills, Emma McDonald, David Matlock, Bailey Martin, Eathan Fisher, Gabriel Farmer, Braylee Calebs, Jazmily Blakely,

Lauren Partin, Julie Moore, Carter Foley (not pictured)

05/05/2026

The deadline is THIS FRIDAY MAY 8th.

04/30/2026

The deadline is quickly approaching! May 8th, don’t wait until the last day to get your paperwork turned in.

04/30/2026

Contact the office for more information.

📢 Kentucky, we need YOUR voice! 🌾🌻

Are you passionate about protecting our soil, water, and wildlife? We are currently in the planning phase for the Natural Resources Local Working Group Meetings, and we need your help to make them a success! 🤝✨

These meetings are where YOUR community's conservation priorities are set. If you want a say in how natural resources are managed in your neck of the woods, now is the time to get involved! 🗺️🌳

📅 How to Join:
1. Visit the KACD Official Calendar (link in comments)
2. Look for a meeting scheduled in your local area. 📍
3. Check back often! Dates and locations are being updated daily. 🔄

Who should attend?
* Farmers and Producers 🚜
* Forestry owners 🌲
* Conservation enthusiasts 🦌
* Concerned citizens 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️
* Everyone!!

Don't miss the chance to help shape the future of Kentucky’s beautiful landscape. Let’s work together to keep the Bluegrass State green and thriving! 🚜💙🌿

04/23/2026