News Archive: Weather
Plant pathologist keeps growers alerted to downy mildew risk
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Katie Pratt
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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
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Katie Pratt
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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
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Katie Pratt
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UK specialists will address timely topics at both events.
Name change reflects broad work of UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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Laura Skillman
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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

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Aimee Nielson
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Low supply could cause retail beef prices to soar.
Decision deadline nearing for risk protection programs
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Katie Pratt
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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

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Aimee Nielson
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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
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Katie Pratt
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Now is the optimal time for spring reseeding.
Spring will have to wait; pattern holding wet, cold weather over Bluegrass

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Aimee Nielson
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UK College of Agriculture meterologists explain the current weather trends and the three-month outlook for Kentuckians.
UK climate change forum to focus on shared values
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Carol Lea Spence
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UK College of Agriculture will host a public forum, Climate Change: Values, National Security and Free Enterprise, at 7 p.m. EDT April 4.