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Kentucky's premier turfgrass conference opens registration
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 13, 2024
The UK Turfgrass Program’s Annual Turf & Landscape Short Course has been a turfgrass staple for almost half a century.
UK alum, fourth-generation Black farmer stays connected through MANRRS
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 9, 2024
First-generation graduate, fourth-generation African American farmer and former University of Kentucky football student athlete Sylvester Miller II remains connected to his alma mater through MANRRS - Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences.
UK land-grant engagement announces award recipients, advancing Kentucky through collaboration
By
Hayley Pierce
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Published on Feb. 7, 2024
University of Kentucky Office of Land-grant Engagement awards grant funding for nine innovative projects, providing Kentucky with the knowledge and skills in improving their lives and communities.
University of Kentucky scientists develop eco-friendly magnet to battle microplastics
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 6, 2024
A multi-college study will help rid waters of harmful plastics, resulting in a transformative pathway for decreasing pollution in the world’s aquatic ecosystem.
DISCUS Academy, training leaders in distilling now hosted by the University of Kentucky
By
Grace Sowards
Published on Feb. 2, 2024
A collaborative effort between the James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits and the Gatton College of Business and Economics at the University of Kentucky, the DISCUS Academy is an opportunity for stakeholders in the distilled spirits industry to reassess their business leadership skills.
17th annual Pastures Please!! set for March 5
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 31, 2024
Pastures Please!! was initiated in 2007 to deliver relevant and actionable information to horse owners.
UK extension agents help with water shortage relief efforts in Clinton County
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 26, 2024
University of Kentucky extension agents are working with local agencies to distribute water to local producers’ livestock in Clinton County, Ky. — addressing the recent water shortage emergency due to freezing temperatures.
UK unveils enhanced agricultural economics Master's program, focusing on real-world problem-solving through extension
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 25, 2024
A new UK Master's program will help agriculture economics students obtain out-of-the-classroom experience by integrating extension in the curriculum.
UK’s Winter Wheat Meeting builds on successful year for Kentucky farmers
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 25, 2024
On Feb 1, experts discuss best practices and industry updates during the Winter Wheat Meeting — an annual conference that has become a staple for Kentucky’s wheat growers.
UK hosting second annual Equines & Endophytes Workshop Jan. 31
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Jan. 24, 2024
Endowed scholarship to support students from two Kentucky counties pursue agriculture education at UK
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 24, 2024
The new Charles H. Futrell Endowed Scholarship will financially support students from Trigg and Clinton counties who want to pursue agricultural education at the University of Kentucky.
Beam Conference early bird registration rate deadline approaching; new speakers announced
By
Grace Sowards
Published on Jan. 22, 2024
The early registration deadline is Jan. 24 for the fifth-annual conference, featuring three days of learning across key topics including sustainability, technical research and diversity within the bourbon industry.
Get started in the hay business at the Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 22, 2024
The 2024 Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference, "Getting Started in the Hay Business," is at the Warren County Extension Office in Bowling Green on Feb 8.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza detected in Kentucky: UK specialists urge vigilance to protect poultry from bird flu
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 19, 2024
Bird flu is a concern for the state’s largest agriculture commodity contributor.
Kentucky Maple Days offers premiere maple sugaring event
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 19, 2024
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.
UK alum, No-Till agriculture pioneer recognized for decades of extension work
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 18, 2024
Serving the University of Kentucky for over 30 years as an extension agent, Rankin Powell received the Shirley Phillips No-Till Award from the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences.
The 5th annual Kentucky Forest Health Conference will address new invasive threats
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 17, 2024
This year's conference places a special emphasis on the Spotted Lanternfly which recently made its presence known in Kentucky.
Fulbright awardee leads reforestation effort in Australia
By
Daniel Flener
Published on Jan. 16, 2024
From Appalachia to Australia, Chris Barton, forestry professor at the University of Kentucky, has been conducting research related to environmental pollution and the restoration of degraded lands.
New UK Cooperative Extension Service programs help drive sustainable agriculture for regional farmers
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 11, 2024
The multi-state effort to help farmers in the Midwest and Mid-South implement conservation agriculture practices
2024 Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit registration now open
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 11, 2024
Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit provides a full day of training, networking and critical discussions about systems development.
Reach new horizons at the 2024 Kentucky Volunteer and Extension Forum
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 10, 2024
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
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 5, 2024
Speakers from across the nation will discuss integrated pest management.
Thomas Poe Cooper Farm Leadership Award presented to Clayton Geralds and Frank Penn
By
Grace Sowards
Published on Jan. 5, 2024
Geralds and Penn were recognized by Extension for their outstanding contributions to the Kentucky agricultural community.
Seeds of support: Transforming 4-H camps into havens for social, emotional and behavioral health
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 3, 2024
Ryley Butler Modaff, a graduate student in the College of Social Work and inaugural 4-H Camp Behavioral Health Fellow, says the fellowship program is a buttress for youth health.
University of Kentucky hosts 12th annual Junior MANRRS Leadership Institute
By
C.E. Huffman
Published on Dec. 22, 2023
The Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) student chapter at the University of Kentucky hosted over 100 high and middle school students from throughout the commonwealth at the annual event.