News Archive: Events
Kentucky Maple Days offers premiere maple sugaring event

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 19, 2024
The University of Kentucky welcomes the public Feb. 3 and 17 in discovering the world of maple syrup production across the state's farms and sugarhouses.
The 5th annual Kentucky Forest Health Conference will address new invasive threats

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 17, 2024
This year's conference places a special emphasis on the Spotted Lanternfly which recently made its presence known in Kentucky.
New UK Cooperative Extension Service programs help drive sustainable agriculture for regional farmers

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 11, 2024
The multi-state effort to help farmers in the Midwest and Mid-South implement conservation agriculture practices
2024 Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit registration now open

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 11, 2024
Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit provides a full day of training, networking and critical discussions about systems development.
Kentucky Crop Health Conference 2024 registration now open

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 5, 2024
Speakers from across the nation will discuss integrated pest management.
University of Kentucky to host inaugural Pre-Veterinary Experience Day Feb. 17
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Dec. 4, 2023
The inaugural Pre-Veterinary Experience Day offers attendees insight into current veterinary medicine issues, addressing topics such as student debt, mental health and work-life balance.
Kentucky youth participate in inaugural Equine Is For All

By
Christopher Carney
Published on Dec. 1, 2023
The event provided young Kentucky students, from all backgrounds, an opportunity to learn about equine and demonstrate the basics of leading, moving and caring for horses.
Registration open for 2024 Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 28, 2023
Registration is now open for the 2024 Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference, inviting Kentucky produce growers to interact and gain valuable production and marketing training.
UK service week provides more than 400 volunteer hours to Kentucky’s equine industry
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Nov. 3, 2023
150 participants volunteered more than 400 hours for various equine non-profit organizations
UK Signature Industries Career Fair successfully presents job seekers with equine and distilling opportunities
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Oct. 30, 2023
The UK Signature Industries Career Fair presented professional opportunities to more than 400 participants.