MCTC Hosts 15th Annual Farm and Family Night

By Blake Jackson

Maysville Community and Technical College (MCTC) is hosting its 15th annual Farm and Family Night, a free event designed to connect community members and celebrate local agriculture.

Sponsored by Meadowview Regional Medical Center, the event offers educational opportunities for farm businesses, agriculture and horticulture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in local food systems.

The event, scheduled for March 11th, will cover diverse topics including livestock management, crop and grain production, and insect and pest management.

“As a teacher, I understand that we’re always learning and sharing ideas to help each other better understand topics such as local food systems, livestock management, crop and grain production and insect and pest management,” said Carrie Taylor, Associate Professor of Adult Agriculture at MCTC. “We will provide fun-filled children’s sessions too. Many of our knowledgeable extension agents and other educators will offer promising solutions on a diversity of community-based topics such as healthcare and culinary ideas.”

Attendees can expect educational presentations, workshops, children’s sessions, vendor booths, and prize giveaways. A 7-cu. ft. freezer from Rural King will be the grand prize.

The event begins with dinner from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., prepared by Connie Jo’s and served by FFA students. An opening session and early door prize drawings follow from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Concurrent sessions will be held from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. and again from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m., with a cookies and milk break in between. The evening concludes with final prize drawings and a closing session from 8:45 to 9:00 p.m.

Admission is free, but meal tickets are required and can be obtained at local extension offices or the MCTC Workforce Solutions office. This family-friendly event offers a valuable opportunity to learn about agriculture and connect with the community. For more information, call (606) 301-6118.

For more information visit, https://maysville.kctcs.edu/news/2025/02212025-farm-family-night-announced.aspx

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