News Archive: Extension
Revenue protection insurance favors soybeans
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 8, 2017
The crop insurance safety net for soybeans is up considerably from 2016.
Tree pruning workshop teaches proper maintenance
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Mar. 3, 2017
Pruning is more than just lopping off branches. There’s a method to the science, which UK senior arborist Stacy Borden will teach in a free workshop, Tree Pruning 101 on March 11.
Extension to host indoor aquaculture program
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 28, 2017
The program is March 25 in Frankfort.
Early eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch anticipated for Central Kentucky
Published on Feb. 22, 2017
Eastern tent caterpillars are among the first insects to appear in the spring. This year's unseasonable warmth could result in abnormally early activity.
UK Master Haymaker program to debut in south-central Kentucky
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 22, 2017
The seven session program begins March 2.
2017 Master Cattleman programs beginning this spring

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 21, 2017
The Master Cattleman program includes 10 comprehensive sessions about all aspects of beef production.
UK helps producer renovate hayfield
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 16, 2017
UK personnel are helping farmers learn more about novel endophyte tall fescue varieties.
Registration open for Ohio River Valley Woodlands and Wildlife Workshop
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Feb. 13, 2017
The tri-state workshop returns to Kentucky March 25.
Henning leaving post as head of UK Cooperative Extension to return to forage programs
Published on Feb. 6, 2017
After nearly a decade leading extension, Henning will return to the college's faculty as an extension forage specialist.
Halcomb receives UK Wheat Science Group Service Award
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 3, 2017
The award honors Logan County producer Don Halcomb, who has been a friend and advocate of the group since its formation.