News Archive: Livestock
Sophistication of Kentucky’s producers, food systems impresses visitors
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jun. 25, 2013
Cooperative Extension agents and specialists from around the country visited Lexington recently and left with an appreciation for Central Kentucky’s farmers and food system.
Extension boosting Kentucky beef industry one farm at a time
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Jun. 17, 2013
Thanks to a partnership with Cooperative Extension, Mike Wilson's cattle business is earning him more money.
Research and Education Center to host commodity-specific field days
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 12, 2013
UK experts weigh in on lowest beef supply in 60 years
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on May. 29, 2013
Low supply could cause retail beef prices to soar.
Ag impact on state, region worth billions
Published on May. 28, 2013
Overcoming breeding challenges on fescue pastures
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on May. 15, 2013
Producers can get a high percentage of cows pregnant for a spring-calving season.
Advanced Kentucky Grazing School coming to Western Kentucky
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 14, 2013
Make plans to attend the Advanced Kentucky Grazing School June 18 at the UK Research and Education Center.
UK Robinson Center Mountain Monday Series offers equine focus
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on May. 2, 2013
The Mountain Monday Series is the second Monday of each month.
Kentucky Equine Youth Festival
By
Jeff Franklin
Published on Apr. 22, 2013
Farmers, agents air views in Washington, D.C.
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Apr. 2, 2013
Recently, 14 Kentucky farmers and UK Cooperative Extension agents traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional staffers to talk about agricultural issues.