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UK experts weigh in on lowest beef supply in 60 years
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Just as the summer grilling season is heating up, beef supplies across the country are down, meaning it might cost a little more to host that backyard party. In fact, the number of beef cattle in the United States is reportedly less than 30 million—the lowest number since the early 1960s. And when numbers go down and feed prices go up, consumers end up paying more at the grocery store.

Ag impact on state, region worth billions

  The importance of Kentucky agriculture extends well beyond the farm. The total economic impact of agriculture production, inputs, processing and manufacturing is nearly $46.3 billion and represents 263,000 jobs in Kentucky, based on a recent analysis by the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture.

UK insect pest early warning system benefits producers

UK Intergrated Pest Management's early warning  system is helping producers save money and is providing human health and environmental benefits.

Decision deadline nearing for risk protection programs

A UK agricultural economist says now is the time for grain farmers to start thinking about risk protection.

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