Clay County Extension Office

Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Welcome to the Clay County Extension Office

We're part of the University of Kentucky and Kentucky State University off-campus information network. Let us connect you to UK, KSU and the world. We deliver information, education, and solutions. And we grow ideas into better communities, stronger local economies, and healthier lives.

Extension Programs Available in Clay County

4-H Youth Development

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Agriculture & Natural Resources

Fruit & Vegetables in a Basket

Family & Consumer Sciences

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Community & Economic Development

Clay County Extension Office

Clay County Extension Office building

Contact Information

Open Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

PO Box 421

69 Jameson Rd

Manchester, KY 40962-0421

Phone: (606) 598-2789

Fax: (606) 598-2695

Email: clay.ext@uky.edu

EXCEL

86 Muddy Gap Rd
Manchester, KY 40962

EXCEL building

DISASTER INFORMATION

If you are a disaster survivor, please visit FEMA.gov for up-to-date information on currect disaster declarations. If you have questions about your disaster assistance application, you can call (800) 621-3362 or visit disasterassistance.gov or use the FEMA mobile app.

See other important links below.

Ready.gov: Prepare for Tornadoes-Stay Safe During-Stay Safe After National Weather Service American Red Cross Protecting your Family & Home after a Natural Disaster Financial Management after a Natural Disaster Keeping Food & Water Safe after a Natural Disaster Navigating Trauma after a Natural Disaster Helping Older Adults & People with Disabilities Cope after a Disaster

Happenings at Clay County Extension Office

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Event

Wilderness Trail Area Annual Extension Homemakers Meeting

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Event

2025 East Kentucky Hay Contest

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Event

Lunch & Learn: Smoothies

Chef cooking

Event

4-H Cooking Club

Upcoming Events

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Family & Consumer Sciences

Clay County Homemakers Cultural Arts

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Clay County Farmers Market

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Mental Health Mondays

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Family & Consumer Sciences

Card Making Club

News from Extension

Kentucky horse owners urged to plan ahead as weather challenges hay supply

Build better fences: 2025 Kentucky Fall Fencing Schools equip producers with practical skills, modern techniques

Horse owners invited to hands-on Farm and Facilities Expo in Bourbon County Sept. 16

Extension Quick Links

What is Cooperative Extension Extension Field Directory Publications College News Weather Nutrition Education Programs Directions to Our Office County Extension Leadership Clay Co. Report to the People 2024 County Budget Information

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