WVU Preston County Extension Service

WVU Preston County Extension Service The WVU Extension Service Preston County Office provides educational resources and programs to busi

06/19/2026

Attention West Virginia forage and livestock producers! WVU Extension's Grazing for Appalachian Sustainability (GRASS) Project wants to support YOUR operation!

Project Opportunities:
- Financial incentives for implementing climate-smart practices like prescribed grazing, silvopasture, and pasture & hay planting.
- Pasture Management Plan support to set your operation up for long-term success.
- Education through Grazing Schools.
- Mentorship from producers already doing this work, including on-farm field days.

Whether you're already using conservation practices or just getting started, there's a place for you in this program.

Learn more at extension.wvu.edu/GRASS or reach out directly to Kate Fotos at [email protected]

Don't leave this opportunity on the table - your pastures (and your bottom line) will thank you!

05/05/2026

Animal Husbandry & Quality Assurance (also referred to as Youth Quality Assurance) is now open!
It will remain open until late July, which gives us plenty of time for everyone to complete their training. You can access the training at https://ahqa.umd.edu/. Returning exhibitors will type their passcode into the field at the bottom of the screen, or if you forgot it, click the red words "Forgot Your Passcode?" on the top right of the screen. New exhibitors should start by clicking the red words "Register New User" on the top left of the screen.

Who Needs to Complete AH&QA Training?
-First-year livestock project participants (regardless of age)
Youth entering a new age division:
-Juniors (born in 2018- age 8 on Jan 1, 2026)
-Intermediates (born in 2015- age 11 on Jan 1, 2026)
-Seniors (born in 2012- age 14 on Jan 1, 2026)
-Intermediates or Seniors adding a new livestock species

If you need help, please call the Extension Office. We can help over the phone or set up a time for you to come in and complete your training. 304-329-1391

05/01/2026

WVU Listening Session and Heifer Development Meeting
WVU Reedsville Farm
Saturday May 2nd, 9:00am

04/28/2026

Much of the state is on the drought monitor map, ranging from abnormally dry to extreme drought conditions. These dry conditions can put stress on the environment, including crops and animals. Our experts are available across the state to offer insights on dealing with drought, and we also have vast drought resources on our website to help you get all the information you need! 💧➡ https://tr.ee/Z2HptE

Monitor drought conditions in West Virginia here âž¡ https://tr.ee/ZweznP

04/24/2026

According to the US Drought Monitor, 100% of Preston County is already abnormally dry, or in moderate drought status. This may affect your plans regarding fertilizer application and planting. At D1 status, forage and crop yields are affected, honey production declines, and trees, shrubs and landscaping become stressed.
Cross your fingers for those April Showers!

04/24/2026

Call for State Fair small animal tags!
By May 8th- please call the Preston County Extension Office at 304-329-1391 with your name, phone number and quantity of each type of animal you intend to exhibit at the state fair.
The maximum number of animals that may be tagged are as follows: Hogs – 2, Goats – 3, Lambs – 3

Tags should arrive at the end of May and animals will need to be tagged in person.

04/21/2026

WVU Extension, strives to improve the lives and livelihoods of all West Virginians by delivering relevant, research-backed educational programs throughout the state. To ensure that these programs address critical issues that affect our communities, WVU Extension will launch a statewide needs assessment.
These efforts will begin with a series of listening sessions to be held across the state to hear from stakeholders.

•May 2, 9 a.m. – WVU J.W. Ruby Research Farm, Reedsville
•May 7, 6:30 p.m. – Jefferson County Extension Office, Kearneysville
•May 11, 7 p.m. – WVU Jackson’s Mill Assembly Hall, Weston
•May 14, 6 p.m. – Wood County Courthouse Annex, Parkersburg
•May 20, 6 p.m. – Eastern Community College, Moorefield
•May 26, 6:30 p.m. – WVU Building, State Fairgrounds, Fairlea

Register for a session here âž¡ https://tr.ee/PRXPam

In addition to the listening sessions, the statewide needs assessment will include a stakeholder survey that will be available in late spring.

04/06/2026

Our Agricultural Enhancement season is officially open! Reminder that all of our practices require a farm map, cooperator agreement, and if you do not own the land, a lease. Additionally many practices require soil tests. Applications can be found online or at our office. If you have any questions about our practices please call 304-296-0081 or 304-941-2326. We are running on limited staff this week due to training, but will address any questions you have as quickly as possible. Thanks!

Preston County Extension Office has bull sale catalogs for the Wardensville Bull Test on March 26th. If you’d like one, ...
03/19/2026

Preston County Extension Office has bull sale catalogs for the Wardensville Bull Test on March 26th. If you’d like one, stop by or call! 304-329-1391

Address

106 W Main Street, Suite 102
Kingwood, WV
26537

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13043291391

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