‘An Ocean of Opportunity’: UK Extension honored at Epsilon Sigma Phi national conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 22, 2024

University of Kentucky Extension professionals were recognized for excellence at one of the nation's oldest and largest professional development organizations.

‘A strong showing’: UK Cooperative Extension County agents recognized, awarded at national conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 19, 2024

The National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) 2024 conference awarded several University of Kentucky county extension agents for commitment to the field.

Kentucky Invasive Plant Conference to address threats and innovations in plant management

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 29, 2024

Goats and drones are among this year’s innovation topics.

“Being a good neighbor”: UK Robinson Center Field Day Week connects generations to agriculture

By Christopher Carney
Published on Oct. 16, 2024

Each year, the University of Kentucky Robinson Center hosts a week of events centered around forests, pumpkins, research, science, wood and more for the community and youth.

Kentucky Beef Conference to address industry challenges and future innovations

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 8, 2024

Top beef industry experts, producers and business leaders will gather for a full day of learning and networking at the 2024 Kentucky Beef Conference.

UK hosts second annual Engagement Academy, showcasing partnerships and collaboration

By Christopher Carney
Published on Oct. 3, 2024

The two-day symposium included presentations, discussions and tours to learn about campus-wide collaborative projects centered around extension efforts and engagement.

'A lasting impact’: UK rural sociologist helps Kentucky’s communities through data

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Sep. 19, 2024

University of Kentucky professor Julie Zimmerman is committed to serving rural communities in Kentucky with more accessible, understandable data through her research, extension and teaching.

UK Extension hosts Morocco group to learn new ideas for improving communities back home

By Christopher Carney
Published on Sep. 13, 2024

The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service hosted a group of delegates, researchers and business partners, looking to expand their agricultural efforts in their home country of Morocco.

UK Land-grant Engagement launches second annual call for proposals

By Hayley Pierce and
Published on Sep. 5, 2024

Grant funds will support innovative projects to improve lives and communities in Kentucky. Proposals accepted until Oct. 10.

UK Extension Summer Internship Program impacts students, local communities across the Commonwealth

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Sep. 4, 2024

Summer interns, including students from the University of Kentucky, gain valuable project-based experience while serving local communities through Cooperative Extension.