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Clark County Extension Service | 1400 Fortune Drive | Winchester, KY 40391 | 859-744-4682 | http://clark.ca.uky.edu/
Clay Stamm
Clark County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources [email protected]
Hello to all and I hope this summer is treating you well. The growing season took off with a rough
start for some of our grain and tobacco growers; however, with root system development, timely
rains, and additional soil amendments added, I think most of these issues have been corrected
as well as possible. Because of the recent rain fall events, most pastures seem to be fairing well
going into mid-summer. The rains have made it tough to get the hay crop completed but are
good news for growing pastures.
It is with a heavy heart that I share this news with you, this will be my last newsletter with the Clark County
Cooperative Extension Service. As of August 1st,, I will be transferring as the Agriculture and Natural
Resource Agent in Rowan County. Clark County has been an absolute honor to serve over the course of the
last four years. The volunteer base, resources, and overall support of the agriculture community and
community in general has been overwhelming, and I can’t thank you all enough for that. I hope that during
my tenure in Clark County I was able to make some positive impacts, I can honestly say working in Clark
County has been a positive experience for me. As always if you need anything I am only a phone call away.
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Monday, August 9, 2021 ● 6:30 p.m. Clark County Extension Office
The meeting will be in person. The set-up of the meeting space will allow for social distancing. At this time, food is prohibited, so a meal will NOT be served. For those unable to attend, a live stream of the meeting will be available by zoom. The link will
be the same as previous meetings. Information will be sent a couple of days before the meeting. If you have any questions, contact the: Clark County Extension Office (859) 744-4682.
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Limited seating will be available, advanced registration is required. Masks and social distancing will be enforced.
Some things are for certain about Kentucky
summers--they are going to be hot and humid.
When heat and humidity come together, they
can increase your risk of experiencing a heat-
related illness like heat cramps, heat exhaustion
or sometimes deadly heat stroke. Fortunately,
you can take measures to protect yourself and
your workers from contracting these illnesses.
Heat-related illnesses occur when your body’s
temperature rises faster than you can cool
yourself. These illnesses can be exacerbated
by hot and humid weather, lack of wind, lack of
shade, dehydration, not taking breaks, wearing
improper clothing and consuming alcohol 24
hours before working outdoors. You can also
experience a heat-related illness by working
near a radiant heat source such as hot engines
or machinery.
Heat-related illnesses can affect anyone
regardless of their age or physical ability. New
workers who are not used to working in hot,
humid weather, workers with chronic health
conditions and those over 60 years old may be
more susceptible to contracting a heat-related
illness. Certain medications including those
used for colds, blood pressure control,
dizziness and depression can lower your ability
to tolerate heat and humidity. Recently
experiencing a short-term illness, such as a
gastrointestinal illness or cold, can increase
your risk for getting a heat-related illness.
To prevent heat-related illness, you should plan
strenuous outdoor activities for the early
morning or late evening hours, when
temperatures are the coolest. Wear lightweight
and light-colored clothing, which will reflect heat
and sunlight and help your body maintain a
normal temperature. Stay hydrated by taking
frequent water breaks. Take frequent rest
breaks during the day in shaded or air-
conditioned areas. Use sunscreen and avoid
getting too much sun. A sunburn can make it
harder to lower your body temperature. Work in
groups, so you can monitor each other for heat-
related illnesses.
Symptoms of a heat-related illness include a
high body temperature, confusion, loss of
coordination, sweating, skin that is hot and dry,
throbbing headache, exhaustion, rapid heart
rate, nausea, irritability, rapid breathing, muscle
cramps and seizures.
If you suspect you or one of your employees
has a heat-related illness, immediately get out
of the sun and into a cool area. Lie down and
loosen your clothing. Apply a cool, wet cloth to
your body. Drink water. A severe heat-related
illness, such as heat stroke, can be life
threatening and requires prompt medical
attention. In severe cases, call 911 or seek
immediate medical attention.
More information on preventing heat-related
illnesses is available on the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health websites:
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/heatstress/heatapp.html
or
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/UserFiles/works/pdfs/2017-
125.pdf
or contact the Clark County Extension Office of
the University of Kentucky Cooperative
Extension Service (859) 744-4682.
Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses Source: Wayne Sanderson, professor and director of CARERC and SCAHIP
Recent and Upcoming On-line Beef Education Opportunities Beef IRM Team, University of Kentucky
Beef Minutes - Options for Fly Control – Dr. Katie VanValin
To access this and other excellent beef educational content, visit our Facebook Page (facebook.com/KyBeefIRM) and/or on the Department of Animal & Food Science YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu4t18Zo2E_4_DBBELPjPMg
Subscribe to the AFS YouTube page and click the notifications bell to receive a notification whenever we publish new beef education content. Beef Bits can also be accessed on the podcast website called Beef Bits podcast.
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Forage Management Tips:
Continue grazing available summer annuals (millets, sorghum/Sudangrass, crabgrass, etc.).
Apply 40-60 lb N/A to stimulate summer annual regrowth.
Clip pastures late June/early July as needed to maintain vegetative growth and to reduce weed seeds, but don’t clip lower than 4”.
Identify fescue pastures for stockpiling. Choose pastures that are well drained, have a strong sod, and have not been overgrazed.
Soil test pastures to determine fertility needs.
Using UK variety trial results, select varieties to plant in the fall and order seed.
Use a designated sacrifice lot to feed livestock hay and supplements as needed if drought sets in
and no forage is available for grazing.
