News Archive: Extension
2023 Pest Management Field Day is June 29 in Princeton

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Aimee Nielson
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The field day is at the UK Research and Education Center in Princeton
Unlock the potential of your woodlands with the Kentucky Woodland Owners Short Course

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Jordan Strickler
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UK's course offers numerous opportunities for woodland owners and those with an interest in the state’s woodlands, wildlife and natural resources.
Historic $100-million gift will catapult UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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Gatton’s impact on the University of Kentucky exceeds $180 million. He is the university’s single largest donor.
USDA Innovation Grant bale grazing study yielding positive results in Kentucky

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Aimee Nielson
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"Bale grazing is a winter-feeding method where we set bales out directly on pasture and feed in a planned, controlled manner." Greg Halich
Kentucky volunteer inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame

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Jordan Strickler
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The National 4-H Council announced that long-time volunteer and Kentucky native, Linda Branstetter, will be inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame.
Hunger summit unites state leaders to address food insecurity

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Jordan Strickler
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Kentucky has one of the highest food-insecurity rates in the nation. UK hopes to help solve that.
UK extension hosts substance use prevention and recovery summit

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Jordan Strickler
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The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service will host a two-day summit focusing on substance use prevention and recovery, with a specific focus on diverse populations.
Western Kentucky Summer Forage Tour features Nurtured Lands Farm

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Aimee Nielson
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Justin and Kate will discuss decisions, partners and mentors that led to their success
Wheat Field Day is May 9

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Aimee Nielson
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The field day kicks of a full slate of 2023 events at UKREC
UK CAFE, Cooperative Extension and Social Work partner to support youth mental health through summer camps

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Jordan Strickler
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A new collaborative initiative at the University of Kentucky is working to better support children and teens struggling with mental health challenges.