Sophistication of Kentucky’s producers, food systems impresses visitors

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jun. 25, 2013

Cooperative Extension agents and specialists from around the country visited Lexington recently and left with an appreciation for Central Kentucky’s farmers and food system.

New courses in the UK College of Agriculture will support state’s vineyards

By Laura Skillman
Published on Jun. 17, 2013

The college will soon offer courses to help students prepare for careers in the grape and wine industry.

UK Beef Study : Birth/Weaning Weight

By Jeff Franklin
Published on Jun. 17, 2013

Extension boosting Kentucky beef industry one farm at a time

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Jun. 17, 2013

Thanks to a partnership with Cooperative Extension, Mike Wilson's cattle business is earning him more money.

Research and Education Center to host commodity-specific field days

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 12, 2013

Community Supported Agriculture

Published on Jun. 11, 2013

Western Kentucky CSAs answer demand for fresh, local foods

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 11, 2013

CSA programs are thriving in one Western Kentucky county.

Disease affecting Kentucky roses

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 6, 2013

A new virus is attacking Kentucky roses and even Knock Outs are susceptible.

Switchgrass project a success

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 5, 2013

UK forage specialists said the switchgrass pilot project had numerous successes beyond biomass production.

UKAg plant pathologist receives Fulbright scholarship

Published on Jun. 4, 2013

Professor Paul Vincelli, UKAg plant pathologist, was among five University of Kentucky faculty members selected as recipients of prestigious Fulbright program scholarships.