As the growing season continues across Russell County, the focus now shifts from planting to maintaining healthy crops and gardens. Russell County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent Jonathan Oakes says by this point in the season, most fertilizer applications should already be complete. He says the priority now is making sure crops and garden vegetables receive adequate moisture. Oakes says the soil should remain moist, and plants need to stay properly hydrated to help them withstand the hot summer weather.
Oakes says the Russell County Extension Office is available to help both farmers and home gardeners throughout the growing season. He says the office provides a variety of free and educational services.
This concludes our two-part conversation with Russell County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent Jonathan Oakes on helping local farmers and gardeners navigate this summer’s challenging growing conditions.
For more information, contact the Russell County Extension Office at 270-866-4477 or stop by their office at 2688 South Highway 127 in Russell Springs.