News Archive: Crops
UK ag economists offer info for farmers dealing with financial challenges
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 25, 2019
The guide offers a wealth of information for producers and others who support the industry.
UK study: Affordability will determine autonomous machinery adoption
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 14, 2019
UK agricultural economist Jordan Shockley found the price range at which the technology would be affordable for Kentucky grain producers.
Kentucky producers: Time to assess wheat fields for yield potential
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 13, 2019
Unusual weather conditions may have an affected this year's wheat production.
Revenue protection insurance favors corn for 2019
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 5, 2019
The deadline to purchase revenue protection insurance is March 15.
Extension hay auctions help producers find much needed hay
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 27, 2019
The annual auctions saw an increase in attendance and jump in hay prices due to the state's hay shortage.
UK to host Novel Tall Fescue Renovation Workshop
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 25, 2019
The workshop will take place March 20 at Central Presbyterian Church in Princeton.
UK researchers partnering with national group to help CSAs thrive
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 14, 2019
The project will create a community of practice where CSA operators can go to get innovative marketing ideas.
First 2019 UK KATS workshop March 7
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 12, 2019
The schools will give producers real-time, technical field assessments and hands-on education at critical times during the growing season.
Summer internships available with UK Grain and Forage Center of Excellence
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 7, 2019
Interns will complete agricultural-related research projects at the UK Research and Education Center in Princeton or on campus in Lexington.
UK research shows how nanomaterials move within plant at a cellular level
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 7, 2019
This research will give the agricultural industry a better understanding of how these tiny particles move within plants so scientists can develop appropriate applications for them.