Recent Dry Spell Causes Concern for Start of Fall Fire Season

By Aimee Heald-Nielson
Published on Sep. 30, 2004

“Even though we have had large amounts of rain in eastern Kentucky during August and September, this is not going to alleviate the concern for forest fires in October." Doug McLaren, UK Extension Agriculture and Natural Resource Specialist

The Buzz on Chainsaw Safety

By Ellen Brightwell
Published on Sep. 29, 2004

"To reduce the risk of an incident, always have a chainsaw regularly inspected and serviced by a trained dealer..." Jeff Stringer, UK Extension Forestry Specialist

Grain Harvest Moving Along, Ohio River Damages Some Fields

By Laura Skillman
Published on Sep. 29, 2004

Most of these crops, primarily late-planted soybeans, will be harvestable but will suffer yield damage. Clint Hardy, Daviess County Extension agent for agriculture and natural resources

No-Till Tobacco Research Continues To Improve Techniques

By Laura Skillman
Published on Sep. 24, 2004

“We still are learning but are far enough along in research to know we can make it work and with some patience can apply it to a wide range of soils.” Bob Pearce, UK Extension tobacco specialist

Program Teaches Kentucky Teens Safe Driving Skills

By Aimee Heald-Nielson
Published on Sep. 22, 2004

“The top three road killers are speed, not wearing safety belts and alcohol." Ronda Rex, UK Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Agent for Campbell Co.

Ky Women in Agriculture to Hold 5th Statewide Conference

By Aimee Heald-Nielson
Published on Sep. 22, 2004

“We welcome anyone who wants to be a member and we’re constantly seeking new members." Terry Gilbert, Kentucky Women in Ag President

Scout Fields for Potential Lodging in Corn

By Laura Skillman
Published on Sep. 22, 2004

"I think it is always a good idea to scout for stalk strength to see which fields have potential lodging issues." Paul Vincelli, UK Extension Plant Pathologist

Fall Optimum Time To Plant Many Trees and Shrubs

By Ellen Brightwell
Published on Sep. 22, 2004

"It is important to select ornamentals adaptable to environmental and soil conditions of the site." Rick Durham, UK Extension Horticulturist

Outdoor Gatherings May Attract Yellowjackets

By Ellen Brightwell
Published on Sep. 15, 2004

"To reduce the threat from yellowjackets, minimize access to foods that attract them." Mike Potter, UK Extension Entomologist

Wireworms Can Be Problem In Kentucky Cornfields

By Laura Skillman
Published on Sep. 15, 2004

“What we’ve seen so far is seed treatments that are holding up well and are doing as well as soil applied insecticides. The good news is many of the seed treatments are very economical.” Ric Bessin, UK Extension entomologist