News Archive: Extension
‘Everything comes from plants’: UK professor dedicates 35 years to plant pathology
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Christopher Carney
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University of Kentucky extension professor Paul Vincelli is leaving a legacy at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment—dedicating more than three decades to the field of plant pathology.
Interactive Crop Scouting Clinic provided for new and experienced agriculturalists on May 15
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Jennifer Elwell
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Kentucky Agriculture Training School workshop participants will learn to identify diseases, growth stages, weeds and nutrition deficiencies.
‘Keep his legacy strong’: Youth Field Day in Lewis County honors UK Extension agent
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Bailey Vandiver
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The second annual Youth Field Day, hosted by UK Cooperative Extension in Lewis County, honors the legacy of Philip Konopka, an extension agent who died in 2023.
University of Kentucky Research and Education Center hosts Wheat Field Day 2025 on May 13
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Jennifer Elwell
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Wheat growers and agribusiness professionals are invited to learn the latest production recommendations and market updates in Princeton, while celebrating UKREC’s centennial year.
UK Cooperative Extension Service helps begin forestry field course for high school students
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Jordan Strickler
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Participants of the ForestryWorks Field Course will learn everything from helping to protect plant and animal habitats to exploring new forestry careers.
UK Research and Education Center celebrates 100 years of environmental innovation
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Jennifer Elwell
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The University of Kentucky’s experiment station in Princeton celebrates its global impact on sustainable agriculture and the Kentucky farmers who drive and adopt these practices on Earth Day.
University of Kentucky Field Day 2025 continues long history of education, outreach and fun
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Bailey Vandiver
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Founded in 1970, Field Day annually welcomes thousands of FFA and 4-H students to the University of Kentucky. This year’s event is on April 24.
Kentucky Extension Conference 2025 celebrates, recognizes commitment to advancing the state together
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Christopher Carney
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The 2025 Kentucky Extension Conference welcomed all Kentucky Cooperative Extension agents, specialists and staff to connect, cultivate and celebrate the mission of extension.
Bourbon Brood of periodical cicadas ready to sing this spring in Kentucky
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Jennifer Elwell
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UK entomologists encourage farmers and homeowners to use non-invasive methods to protect their trees and shrubs.
‘Good fences make good neighbors’: Kentucky Spring Fencing Schools perfect for agriculturalists, homeowners
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Jennifer Elwell
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Farmers, hobbyists and agricultural professionals will have two opportunities this spring to learn about farm fencing basics and new innovations.
