Drone certification: level-up with KATS workshop and exam

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on May. 23, 2025

Agricultural drone pilots can prepare and test for certification during summer workshop through Kentucky Agricultural Training School in Madisonville.

‘He believed in people’: Remembering Joe Kurth’s life and legacy as Kentucky 4-H program leader

By Christopher Carney
Published on May. 22, 2025

Former 4-H state and extension program leader Joe Kurth recently passed away, leaving a legacy of many accomplishments and contributions to youth development in Kentucky and beyond.

University of Kentucky student finds new skills, success in event research

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on May. 21, 2025

Maria Paula Barrantes Castillo, a hospitality management and tourism student, received recognition for her research about UK’s James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits.

Rooted in relief: Appalachian Heirloom Seed Swap preserves history, helps local communities recover

By Christopher Carney
Published on May. 19, 2025

The Heirloom Seed Swap 2025 event has been a staple in Eastern Kentucky for 15 years, showcasing Cooperative Extension’s efforts in responding to weather disasters and bringing communities together.

UK study suggests maple syrup industry can greatly tap into and expand Kentucky’s forest economy

By Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 14, 2025

A new study spearheaded by the University of Kentucky shows an untapped economic potential for maple syrup with the state’s woodland owners.

Charge up your skills at the 2025 Electric Fencing School

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on May. 13, 2025

The Master Grazer Electric Fencing School on June 3 will provide design fundamentals and hands-on installation and troubleshooting sessions.

Registration for 2025 Kentucky Woodland Owners Short Course now open

By Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 12, 2025

The workshop aims to help woodland owners improve their woodlands.

A behind-the-scenes look at the University of Kentucky’s first-ever bourbon release

By Grace Sowards
Published on May. 12, 2025

The University of Kentucky James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits, housed in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, successfully launched WildCask bourbon, a brand concept brought to fruition by students.

UK forestry students assist in reforesting former mine site in Hazard

By Grace Sowards
Published on May. 9, 2025

University of Kentucky forestry students are working with Martin-Gatton CAFE stakeholders and members of the community to help reforest the Commonwealth.

UK student leader connects peers with agriculture industry through Agriculture Future of America

By Zoey Ortega
Published on May. 7, 2025

University of Kentucky sophomore Miranda Donnelly is UK’s college ambassador for Agriculture Future of America, which helps students find their home within agriculture.

‘Resiliently Rooted: From Roots to Canopy’ brings urban forestry and art together

By Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 7, 2025

The Resiliently Rooted: From Roots to Canopy project began as an independent student internship assignment. Now, it’s a public art showcase and competition that brought over 600 visitors to the Bolivar Art Gallery at the University of Kentucky.

‘Everything comes from plants’: UK professor dedicates 35 years to plant pathology

By Christopher Carney
Published on May. 6, 2025

University of Kentucky extension professor Paul Vincelli is leaving a legacy at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment—dedicating more than three decades to the field of plant pathology.

Kentucky small businesses honored at annual State Capitol awards ceremony

By Ryan Ferguson
Published on May. 5, 2025

In celebration of National Small Business Week, the Kentucky Small Business Development Center will honor small businesses across the Commonwealth.

‘Drawing on the community’s needs’: UK landscape architecture students help transform neighborhood in Paris, Kentucky

By Christopher Carney
Published on May. 2, 2025

University of Kentucky sophomore students in the landscape architecture program developed design plans to help revitalize a local community in Central Kentucky. These students, now seniors, return to the site to see their ideas take flight.

How UK alum Barbara Rice fed astronauts, miners and minds

By Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 1, 2025

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment alum has found that taking every opportunity available can take one to places they never thought they'd go.

Interactive Crop Scouting Clinic provided for new and experienced agriculturalists on May 15

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on May. 1, 2025

Kentucky Agriculture Training School workshop participants will learn to identify diseases, growth stages, weeds and nutrition deficiencies.

‘Room to grow’: How a University of Kentucky student found and created opportunities to thrive

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Apr. 30, 2025

Jaida Alee, the 2024 Lyman T. Johnson Torch Bearer Award recipient, graduates from the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment in May 2025, with hopes of joining the equine industry.

‘Keep his legacy strong’: Youth Field Day in Lewis County honors UK Extension agent

By Bailey Vandiver and
Published on Apr. 29, 2025

The second annual Youth Field Day, hosted by UK Cooperative Extension in Lewis County, honors the legacy of Philip Konopka, an extension agent who died in 2023.

University of Kentucky Research and Education Center hosts Wheat Field Day 2025 on May 13

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Apr. 28, 2025

Wheat growers and agribusiness professionals are invited to learn the latest production recommendations and market updates in Princeton, while celebrating UKREC’s centennial year.

UK Cooperative Extension Service helps begin forestry field course for high school students

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 24, 2025

Participants of the ForestryWorks Field Course will learn everything from helping to protect plant and animal habitats to exploring new forestry careers.

UK alum Mya Price helps bring agriculture together through conversations

By Zoey Ortega
Published on Apr. 23, 2025

University of Kentucky alum Mya Price is the recipient of the 2024 Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence, recognizing her progress in removing barriers and facilitating conversations within agriculture.

UK Research and Education Center celebrates 100 years of environmental innovation

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Apr. 22, 2025

The University of Kentucky’s experiment station in Princeton celebrates its global impact on sustainable agriculture and the Kentucky farmers who drive and adopt these practices on Earth Day.

Red meat allergy webinar registration now open

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 22, 2025

UK experts will discuss strategies to reduce tick bites as well as how to live with Alpha-Gal Syndrome.

University of Kentucky Field Day 2025 continues long history of education, outreach and fun

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Apr. 21, 2025

Founded in 1970, Field Day annually welcomes thousands of FFA and 4-H students to the University of Kentucky. This year’s event is on April 24.

Kentucky Extension Conference 2025 celebrates, recognizes commitment to advancing the state together

By Christopher Carney
Published on Apr. 18, 2025

The 2025 Kentucky Extension Conference welcomed all Kentucky Cooperative Extension agents, specialists and staff to connect, cultivate and celebrate the mission of extension.