News Archive: Extension
Kentucky Maple Days offers premiere maple sugaring event

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Jordan Strickler
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The University of Kentucky welcomes the public Feb. 3 and 17 in discovering the world of maple syrup production across the state's farms and sugarhouses.
New UK Cooperative Extension Service programs help drive sustainable agriculture for regional farmers

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Jordan Strickler
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The multi-state effort to help farmers in the Midwest and Mid-South implement conservation agriculture practices
Reach new horizons at the 2024 Kentucky Volunteer and Extension Forum

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Christopher Carney
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For more than two decades, this biennial forum has provided a developmental and education conference for 4-H and extension volunteers in Kentucky and beyond — becoming one of the largest volunteer events in the world.
Kentucky Crop Health Conference 2024 registration now open

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Jordan Strickler
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Speakers from across the nation will discuss integrated pest management.
Thomas Poe Cooper Farm Leadership Award presented to Clayton Geralds and Frank Penn

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Grace Sowards
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Geralds and Penn were recognized by Extension for their outstanding contributions to the Kentucky agricultural community.
Kentucky Master Naturalist Program launches spring 2024 training cohort

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Jordan Strickler
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Registration is now open for the Spring 2024 Kentucky Master Naturalist Program training cohort.
From the skies to the forests, this UK staff member and graduate always “Aims High”

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Jordan Strickler
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Inspired by his family’s military careers, Billy Thomas’ transition from civilian to Air Force security specialist was not merely a career shift but a transformative experience that continues to shape his values and aspirations today.
Animal sciences professor looks back on 55-year tenure at UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

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Aimee Nielson
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Considered one of the nation’s premier sheep nutritionists, Professor Don Ely reflects on five plus decades of teaching, extension and research.
Wayne County extension garden project serves as an outdoor classroom for youth

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Jordan Strickler
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A shining example of the Cooperative Extension Service community dedication is the success of the Wayne County FFA garden project.
UK webinar series provides crop-protection insights

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Jordan Strickler
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Information discussed in these webinars will be helpful as farmers and advisors make decisions on what practices to implement in 2024.