News Archive: Environment
Take action in woodland management with Woodland Stewards webinar series
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jan. 22, 2021
This year, the focus of the regional woodland webinar series is on encouraging landowners to take action in managing their woodlands.
Virtual Shop Talks for Farmers focuses on stewarding resources in hard times
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jan. 14, 2021
Virtual Shop Talks for Farmers is an opportunity for farmers across the Midwest and Mid-South to have meaningful conversations with other farmers and experts about practical ideas and programs that can help them weather hard times and succeed with stewardship practices on their farms.
Researchers ask public for help finding lingering ash
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Nov. 19, 2020
UK Forestry and Natural Resources is partnering with the Kentucky Division of Forestry to find as many surviving ash trees as possible in an effort to save the species.
New crop, healthier soils
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 7, 2020
Cereal rye shows promise as an alternative crop for Kentucky small grain producers, as well as a reliable source of Kentucky-grown cereal rye for bourbon distillers, bakers and millers.
‘From the Woods Today’ in October highlights seasonal woodland delights
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 2, 2020
University of Kentucky Forestry and Natural Resources Extension’s weekly online program, “From the Woods Today,” has plenty of fascinating topics in October.
Everything has a season, and Kentucky’s may be autumn
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 1, 2020
Kentucky is one of the best places in the country to view fall colors.
Tree Week 2020 highlights the benefits of urban trees
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Sep. 28, 2020
Tree Week 2020 will continue its annual celebration of Lexington’s trees and green spaces with online and small, socially-distanced in-person activities Oct. 10-17.
UK hosts Celebration of Land-Grant Research
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 17, 2020
UK’s James B. Beam Institute prioritizing environmental stewardship

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 10, 2020
UK scientists are partnering with Beam Suntory to study water sustainability.
Celebrate wildlife 365 days a year
By
Carol Lea Spence and Seth Riker
Published on Sep. 4, 2020
“Conservation is critical to keeping our overall environment healthy for both humans and wildlife,” said Michaela Rogers, a Natural Resources and Environmental Science alumna with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife.