News Archive: Weather
Cold stress emergency for livestock, pets

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Dec. 11, 2013
Temperatures and windchills Dec. 11-13 will create cold stress emergency.
Arctic high-pressure system settles into Kentucky
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 25, 2013
UKAg Meteorologists said they anticipate another freeze event to occur Friday, Oct. 25. It brings the 2013 growing season to an end.
Plant pathologist keeps growers alerted to downy mildew risk
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 8, 2013
A UK plant pathologist is part of a regional effort to help minimize damage to cucurbits from downy mildew.
Irrigation study fulfills a need for Kentucky farmers
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 20, 2013
Two UK Cooperative Extension interns spent the summer researching irrigation feasibility in an area of the state that took the brunt of the 2012 drought.
UK Corn, Soybean and Tobacco Field Day and Irrigation Forum Aug. 1
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jul. 3, 2013
UK specialists will address timely topics at both events.
Name change reflects broad work of UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
By
Laura Skillman
Published on Jun. 28, 2013
On July 1, the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture will become the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.
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.
Decision deadline nearing for risk protection programs
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 3, 2013
A UK agricultural economist says now is the time for grain farmers to start thinking about risk protection.
Eastern Kentucky 4-H’er turns tragedy into teachable moments

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 17, 2013
Courtney Rowland is a survivor of the March 2 tornado destroyed parts of Morgan County. She is working to help others surivive future disasters.
Window is quickly closing for spring lawn renovations
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 10, 2013
Now is the optimal time for spring reseeding.