September’s Kentucky Proud Evening is abuzz with bee info

Published on Aug. 31, 2018

Tammy Horn, author of “Bees in America: How the Honey Bee Shaped a Nation,” will speak at the free monthly series hosted by Fayette County Cooperative Extension Service.

UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment announces administrative transitions

Published on Aug. 17, 2018

Three members of the college are now serving in new roles.

Tree researchers gather in Lexington to share work in saving native trees

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jun. 27, 2018

The public is invited to hear about the work being done to save and restore iconic native trees to the landscape during a free, public seminar, Forests of the Future, July 11 at the Fayette County Extension office.

The Arboretum to celebrate Arbor Day April 28

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Apr. 18, 2018

In a state where native woodlands are valued for recreation and income, and in a city known for its tree-lined streets, it seems especially appropriate for The Arboretum in Lexington to celebrate and honor trees on Arbor Day.

The UK campus as a living laboratory

By Madison Dyment
Published on Apr. 10, 2018

The volunteer opportunity was a great way for students to help ensure UK's trees remain healthy.

Registration open for Ohio River Valley Woodlands and Wildlife Workshop

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Feb. 21, 2018

This year’s workshop, an annual tri-state event that rotates between Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio, will be held at the Oasis Golf Club and Conference Center, Loveland, Ohio March 17.

With UK encouragement, Belfry High School team heads to India

Published on Feb. 14, 2018

After UK provided water testing equipment, a team of students from Belfry High School will travel to Kolkata, India, to present their research on groundwater quality in Pike County.

The Arboretum offering Trees and Carbon Storage field trips

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jan. 8, 2018

The field trips, Trees and Carbon Storage: How You Can Help Reduce the Effects of Climate Change, are free for participating groups through June.

UK researchers to evaluate BMPs for Kentucky grain farms

By Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 3, 2017

This project will let Kentucky producers know which best management practices keep the most nutrients and soil on their farms.

Trees, wildlife, mushrooms and more in UK Forestry and Wildlife Webinar series

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 16, 2017

A webinar series from Oct. 26 through Dec. 7 will provide will disburse useful information for woodland owners and those who have an interest in trees and wildlife.