What is Agriculture and Natural Resources?

Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) is a program area of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Extension ANR programs are part of the outreach program of the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture. We provide informal education in agricultural production and environmental stewardship.   

Departmental specialists, researchers, and county agents develop and implement ANR programs. In addition to production agriculture, a small staff of Extension Associates provides focused assistance to state and county staff on interdisciplinary and critical-need programs. These programs may deal with the interface between production agriculture and environmental stewardship. Associates also address the relationship between farmers and non-farm rural and urban citizens. Our programs make a difference in the lives of millions of Kentuckians through research-based education.

Working with our other land grant partner, Kentucky State University, we extend the resources of the University to the people in their local communities. County agents serve as the link between people in every Kentucky county and experts in the universities. They coordinate and provide educational programs for the public through meetings and workshops, field days, personal communications, and web or satellite broadcasts. Agents also provide publications, newsletters, computer programs, videos, and other educational materials.

Second Annual Farm to Fork Dinner

Save the date for Grayson County Extension's Second Annual Farm to Fork Dinner on Thursday, September 5, 2024. The goal of the Farm to Fork Dinner is to increase awareness of the local food movement while also benefiting a local non-profit charity through ticket sales and sponsorships. The dinner highlights local farmers’ markets, local horticulture businesses, and other local food system partners.  

We realize there are many great non-profits locally. Therefore, the Farm to Fork committee will select one to receive the proceeds based on need. If your non-profit is interested in receiving this or if you would like to nominate a deserving organization, please fill out this application and turn in to the Grayson County Extension Office (64 Quarry Road, Leitchfield) no later than Monday, July 15. Applications can be picked up at the Extension Office or by emailing Ally_Jones@uky.edu.

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