Bracken County Cooperative Extension Service

06/17/2026

Grass Tetany is a serious risk for grazing livestock, caused by low magnesium levels in the blood. While older, lactating cows are most at risk, it can affect dry cows, young cows, and calves too. Watch for nervousness, lack of coordination, or a drop in milk yield.

06/16/2026

06/11/2026

This will be a great program! Please sign up and register! CAIP Eligible🐂

Join us for the 2026 Beef & Forage Field Day on June 26th from 9:00 AM–2:30 PM in Tollesboro!

Spend the day learning from UK specialists and industry experts on:
✔️ Pasture walk & w**d ID
✔️ Stockpiling & rotational grazing
✔️ Beef nutrition

✅ CAIP eligible
📍 435 Nash Lane, Tollesboro, KY 41189
Register here: https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d4h0sUw12ryqQIK or by calling 606-796-2732. See less

06/11/2026

NEXT WEEK!!! Must email to register!

06/11/2026

Get those orders in!!!!!

06/11/2026

Found a tick? Learn how to remove it safely with guidance from UK Extension Publication ENTFACT-618.

06/10/2026

Register for our All About Chickens Program on July 14th, this will be held at the Mason County Extension Office. You can register with the office in your home county.

06/09/2026

In the May issue, Kenny Burdine notes that national hay stocks were relatively encouraging, but also stresses that local hay supplies matter much more to producers than national averages. The article recommends taking inventory of hay supplies now because dry conditions may affect both grazing and hay production.
Read the full article in Off the Hoof: https://afs.mgcafe.uky.edu/extension/beef/off-the-hoof-newsletters.

06/04/2026

🎣 HOOKED ON 4-H FISHING DAY 🎣
Join Us for a Morning of Fishing Fun!

📅 Wednesday, June 17
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Bracken County Industrial Park Lake

🐟 Open to youth ages 9 and up

🎣 Fishing poles and bait will be available
🥤 Drinks and snacks provided
💲 No Cost to Participate!

📧 Registration Required
To register, email:
[email protected]