Horticulture
Bonnie Sigmon
Agent for Horticulture
The University of Kentucky Department of Horticulture conducts research, offers graduate and undergraduate programs of study, and delivers research-based technology and information to the nursery and landscape, vegetable, fruit, and floriculture industries, and to the general public through the Cooperative Extension Service. The Department of Horticulture emphasizes sustainable systems. Its mission is to discover new knowledge, develop and evaluate new technologies and appropriate use of environmental resources for horticultural crop production and utilization, and deliver information to horticultural clientele for improving the quality of life in Kentucky, the United States, and the world.
2012 Farmers Market - Now Open!
The London-Laurel County Farmers Market is now open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 7 AM until noon, or while supplies last.
All produce sold at the market is locally grown and the selection will depend on the season. For a quick reference guide to seasonal vegetables, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture has developed a Kentucky Proud Produce Availablility chart.
During the months of June, July, and August, stop by "The Kitchen" at the farmer's market on Saturdays from 9-11 AM for free recipes and samples of foods prepared with seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Serve your family the freshest quality produce and support our Laurel County farmers...buy local!
Backyard Poultry Production
May 24 at 6 PM
Raising chickens in the backyard has become very popular in our area in the last couple of years. Whether for meat production or a steady supply of fresh eggs, the care and feeding of the chickens is quite similar. We’ll discuss the health, shelter, and feeding of the birds to ensure the best quality product. Materials fee—$5.
We have a few more classes to go in our Spring 2012 Gardeners Toolbox Workshop series. Click here for a complete schedule of classes.
Stay tuned for the Fall workshop schedule...coming soon! If there is a specific topic you'd like for us to include, please let us know.
Other frequently visited links:
London-Laurel County Farmers Market
Private Pesticide Applicator Training
Southeast Kentucky Beekeepers Association
Educational programs of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service serve all people regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.