‘Good fences make good neighbors’: Kentucky Spring Fencing Schools perfect for agriculturalists, homeowners

By Jennifer Elwell and
Published on Mar. 21, 2025

Farmers, hobbyists and agricultural professionals will have two opportunities this spring to learn about farm fencing basics and new innovations.

University of Kentucky encourages on-farm conservation through conversations at One Good Idea Shop Talks

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Mar. 18, 2025

Farmer participation in multi-state extension effort grows as webinars provide an impartial place to discuss adoption of soil and water saving practices.

Italian Ryegrass Control Field Tour is March 27 in Princeton, KY

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Mar. 10, 2025

University of Kentucky crop experts will provide control options for this problematic weed species in corn, soybeans and wheat.

UK Extension takes Big Blue Book Club on the road, connecting with communities across Kentucky

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Mar. 7, 2025

In March through June, the Big Blue Book Club will read ‘My Old Kentucky Road Trip’ and host meetings across the state.

‘Pearls of wisdom’: Hardin County farmer receives 2025 UK Grain Crops Science Service Award

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 25, 2025

This year’s award recognized Richard Preston for decades of service to advancing grain crops research in Kentucky agriculture.

Field Day to showcase fragipan remediation and soil health solutions

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 17, 2025

At the March 13 event, University of Kentucky researchers will feature field-based methods and solutions on fragipan soils, which impacts millions in Kentucky and beyond.

Integrated Pest Management Virtual Training School set for March 12

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 12, 2025

Specialists will share the latest in integrated pest management research, trends and new technology, including drones.

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference set for Feb. 25 in Fayette County

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 7, 2025

Welcoming alfalfa and hay producers from across the Commonwealth, this year’s event will focus on pests, improving quality and marketing hay.

New training program hopes to increase presence of Kentucky beginning farmers

By Grace Sowards
Published on Jan. 31, 2025

UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment faculty to receive funding from the USDA to develop and train farmers just starting out.

18th annual Pastures Please!! set for Feb. 27 in Lexington

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 29, 2025

A cornerstone education program for horse owners since 2007, this year’s event will focus on drone technology, pasture quality, equine health and more.