News Archive: Crops
Farmers persevering through drought
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 16, 2012
Read about how the drought has affected beef cattle producers.
Strong growth in Kentucky’s produce sector
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Aug. 15, 2012
A study from the College of Agriculture has found the state’s produce industry continues to expand and projects sales will likely exceed a record-breaking $33 million in 2012.
Time to reseed pastures
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 14, 2012
Now is the time to reseed drought damaged pastures.
Kentucky Grazing School focuses on improving pasture management
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 6, 2012
The second installment of the Kentucky Grazing School is coming to Central Kentucky in September.
Lawns likely to recover from drought
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 3, 2012
The drought has taken a toll on many home lawns, but grasses will likely rebound.
Horticulture Field Day Aug. 7
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 2, 2012
Tours will highlight vegetables, grapes, high tunnels, organics and more.
Time is of the essence for soybean development
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jul. 27, 2012
The state's soybean crops needs rain for decent yields.
Insurance, ACRE payments on drought-stressed crops will vary
Published on Jul. 25, 2012
Corn producers with crop insurance and/or enrolled in the ACRE program will likely receive a payment from this year's crop, but how much is still be determined.
UK offering a new field day
Published on Jul. 24, 2012
UK College of Agriculture specialists are offering the first Corn, Soybean and Tobacco Field Day.
Extension celebrates 100 years of county agents
Published on Jul. 20, 2012
For 100 years, extension agents have helped Kentuckians improve their way of life.