University of Kentucky encourages on-farm conservation through conversations at One Good Idea Shop Talks

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Mar. 18, 2025

Farmer participation in multi-state extension effort grows as webinars provide an impartial place to discuss adoption of soil and water saving practices.

Corn rootworm’s secret weapon: How a genetic ‘pause’ helps a billion-dollar pest survive winter

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Mar. 13, 2025

New research spearheaded by the University of Kentucky could help farmers and the agriculture industry save billions of dollars annually.

Kentucky High School Crop Scouting Competition registration open through April 10

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Mar. 11, 2025

The competition offers Kentucky high school students the opportunity to gain valuable field experience, network with peers and potentially shape their future careers in agriculture.

Italian Ryegrass Control Field Tour is March 27 in Princeton, KY

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Mar. 10, 2025

University of Kentucky crop experts will provide control options for this problematic weed species in corn, soybeans and wheat.

‘Pearls of wisdom’: Hardin County farmer receives 2025 UK Grain Crops Science Service Award

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 25, 2025

This year’s award recognized Richard Preston for decades of service to advancing grain crops research in Kentucky agriculture.

Field Day to showcase fragipan remediation and soil health solutions

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 17, 2025

At the March 13 event, University of Kentucky researchers will feature field-based methods and solutions on fragipan soils, which impacts millions in Kentucky and beyond.

University of Kentucky hosts Winter Wheat Meeting Feb. 4

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 21, 2025

Hosted annually by the UK Wheat Science Group, producers from around the region visit the Winter Wheat Meeting to hear about the latest in research and production tips.

Kentucky Crop Health Conference to bring local and national experts on Feb. 6

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 8, 2025

The event will provide attendees with the latest on protecting the Kentucky agricultural community with innovative pest management solutions.

UK Department of Horticulture, partners to host 2025 KY Fruit and Vegetable Conference

By Grace Sowards
Published on Dec. 6, 2024

Registration for the 2025 Fruit and Vegetable Conference is now open.

Kentucky agriculture expects highs and lows in 2025

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 5, 2024

Kentucky farmers face uncertainty in 2025, with grain farmers possibly facing struggles under low prices. However, livestock producers could benefit from strong cattle markets.