Lafayette County Extension Office

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Our office will be closed Monday , Sept. 7Have a safe and Happy Labor Day weekend!
09/04/2026

Our office will be closed Monday , Sept. 7

Have a safe and Happy Labor Day weekend!

🎀 BUILD A BOW: Holiday Bow Making Class! 🎄Ready to make the perfect holiday bow? Join us for a FREE hands-on Bow Making ...
09/02/2026

🎀 BUILD A BOW: Holiday Bow Making Class! 🎄
Ready to make the perfect holiday bow? Join us for a FREE hands-on Bow Making Class and learn how to create a beautiful bow for a mailbox saddle, wreath, door, or other holiday décor!
📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Lafayette County Extension Office
70 FD Parkway | Oxford, MS
💲 Cost: FREE!
🎀 What to Bring: Participants should bring their own ribbon to use during the class, so pick out colors and patterns that match your holiday style!
🌲 We’ll Provide: All other supplies needed for the class, including a mailbox saddle for each participant.
⚠️ Spots are limited, so registration is required!
👉 Register here:
https://reg.extension.msstate.edu/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0081-0004-65f14f5661de4840a8beb8b0a0572a56
📞 Questions? Call the Lafayette County Extension Office at 662-234-4451.
Come learn a new skill, get creative, and leave with a beautiful holiday decoration ready for your mailbox! 🎄🎀

Why are trees dropping leaves in the middle of summer? The recent stretch of extreme heat and dry weather has many trees...
08/21/2026

Why are trees dropping leaves in the middle of summer? The recent stretch of extreme heat and dry weather has many trees shedding leaves earlier than usual. This is a natural survival response that helps trees conserve water during stressful conditions. The good news? If we receive some rainfall and cooler temperatures soon, many trees should recover just fine.

📸 Desoto County Extension Office

Veggie planting guide for August 🥒🍅🫑🌶
08/05/2026

Veggie planting guide for August 🥒🍅🫑🌶

🌸 🏵 🌼 Landscape checklist for August
08/05/2026

🌸 🏵 🌼 Landscape checklist for August

Our office will be closing at noon today and reopen on Monday, July 6th. Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July w...
07/02/2026

Our office will be closing at noon today and reopen on Monday, July 6th. Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July weekend! ⭐️🦅🇺🇸🗽🎇

Mark your calendars for this upcoming event
06/08/2026

Mark your calendars for this upcoming event

06/04/2026

We will be hosting a field day dedicated to learning the ins and outs of pond management, as well as how to manage deer and turkey habitat on your property!

When: June 12
Where: 2600 Jason Patrick Rd
Holly Springs, MS 38635
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Registration deadline: June 8

The majority of the workshop will be spent on the pond bank or in the woods, so please dress accordingly. Check-in begins at 8:30 am, and the event will start at 9:00 am. Breakfast and dinner are included. Don't miss this opportunity, register now to secure a spot!

You can register online here: https://reg.extension.msstate.edu/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0081-0004-acd04d09c1d34b07a15bba0231d5882d

You can also register by contacting Kim Powers: https://extension.msstate.edu/directory/kimberly-powers

05/22/2026

New Soil Testing Information! Soil testing is the first step to healthy soil and productive crops, pastures, turf and gardens.

Follow the steps below to submit your soil sample:

Order online. Visit soiltesting.extension.msstate.edu and follow the instructions to complete your order. Enter your contact info, sample names and crop or intended use.

Choose payment. Cost is $12 per sample. You may pay by cash or check sent with your soil sample or choose to receive an invoice to pay by credit card. Your payment options are cash, check or invoice.

Prepare and label your sample. Collect the soil to be tested. Fill the sample collection container to the fill line and close the container. Write the “sample name” (and your name, if desired) on the outside of the container. Clearly write your order number and sample name on each container. This information must match what was entered online.

Ship or drop off your sample. The new shipping address and drop off location is:
Southern Soil & Plant Lab, LLC.
117 Haley Barbour Parkway
Yazoo City, MS 39194

Receive results. Results will be sent to you and your county Extension office. You can contact your Extension agent for assistance with the sample report and recommendations.

Important Reminders

Cost is $12 per sample.

You may pick up your soil sample containers from your county Extension office.

You are responsible for shipping samples to the soil testing laboratory.

Contact your local Extension office for help with collecting soil samples, understanding crop codes, interpreting soil test reports and general soil fertility questions.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Lafayette County Extension Public Officials Luncheon originally scheduled for June ...
05/21/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Lafayette County Extension Public Officials Luncheon originally scheduled for June 1 has been postponed.

The luncheon will now be held on August 3.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support. We look forward to seeing everyone in August!

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70 F. D. Buddy East Pkwy
Oxford, MS
38655

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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