Agriculture

For the first time since 1990, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has updated its Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
Plant hardiness zone designations represent the average annual extreme minimum temperatures. Low temperature during the winter is a crucial factor in the survival of plants, according to the USDA.
LaRue County is among the areas that have been upgraded for planting temperatures due to the overall warming trend. Although that probably won’t make that much difference to gardeners, according to LaRue County Extension Agent David Harrison.

Braden Brooks of Buffalo is a new junior member of the American Angus Association, according to Bryce Schumann, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Mo.
Junior members of the Association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus Association and take part in Association-sponsored shows and other national and regional events.

Beef and Horse Calendars
Free 2012 Beef IRM calendars and 2012 Horse calendars are available at the LaRue County Extension Office.  These wall- style calendars are very useful for cow-calf producers and horse owners. The 18-month calendars give monthly recommendations and suggestions, as well as other information. Supplies are limited. Drop by the office for your copy.
 
Beef Cattle Association to meet

The LaRue County Conservation District will award a $1,000 scholarship to two LaRue County High School seniors.
Applications are available at the LaRue County High School guidance office and the LCCD office at 606A North Lincoln Blvd., Hodgenville. Requests for emailed copies can be sent to michelle.ogden@ky.nacdnet.net.