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Extension offers information for H-2A workers to keep agriculture operations safe, healthy and running during pandemic
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 7, 2020
Extension agents give producers tips to help welcome their H-2A workers back to their farms amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
La oficina de Extensión ofrece información a los trabajadores H-2A para mantener las operaciones agrícolas seguras, saludables y funcionando durante la pandemia
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 7, 2020
Meat scientists answer COVID-19-related consumer questions
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 24, 2020
There is no evidence that consumers can get COVID-19 by eating meat that was handled by a worker who has the virus.
UK alumni veterinarians adapting to COVID-19 challenges
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 21, 2020
All veterinary practitioners must limit human-to-human contact and maintain proper distancing.
Southern agricultural economists explain COVID-19 legislation, offer resources for producers
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 20, 2020
Among the COVID-19 topics the Southern agricultural economists address in their presentation include PPP, Families First Act, CARES Act and H2A labor issues.
Plan ahead for equine feed needs, but not too far ahead
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 17, 2020
Due to COVID-19, horse owners may have an urge to buy more feed than usual.
Cattle market swings still prevail in volatile COVID-19 economy
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 13, 2020
Cattle markets are swinging up and down amid the COVID-19 economy.
Ten heifers awarded for 21st annual Dustin Worthington “I Love Cows” Memorial Contest
By
Dana Anderson
Published on Apr. 9, 2020
This year, the committee judged more than 55 entries from 23 Kentucky counties.
No shortage in U.S. meat supply amid pandemic
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 8, 2020
With farming and meat processing deemed an essential business activity, the agriculture sector has not slowed down.
Kentucky cattle producers finding alternate ways of purchasing bulls while social distancing
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 7, 2020
Bull buyers may find remote buying is a way to expand their population of potential replacement bulls.