News Archive: Environment
UK researchers to evaluate BMPs for Kentucky grain farms
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 3, 2017
This project will let Kentucky producers know which best management practices keep the most nutrients and soil on their farms.
Trees, wildlife, mushrooms and more in UK Forestry and Wildlife Webinar series
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 16, 2017
A webinar series from Oct. 26 through Dec. 7 will provide will disburse useful information for woodland owners and those who have an interest in trees and wildlife.
As greens fade, reds and yellows pop
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Sep. 27, 2017
Autumn foliage in Kentucky stacks up against any rival. A rich variety of tree species means the state enjoys the full palette of fall colors.
CAFE student receives award abroad for outstanding community engagement
Published on Sep. 25, 2017
Nicole Funk received recognition for best community internship work at at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito in Quito, Ecuador.
UK Water Week 2017 overflows with events Oct. 7 to 13
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Sep. 25, 2017
The week of free panel discussions, invited speakers, films and service activities will focus on climate change impacts on water quality.
Become a Project WET educator through UK Water Week workshop
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Sep. 13, 2017
A Project WET certification workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 7 at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary in Lexington.
UK’s No P On My Lawn raises awareness of excess fertilizer
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Aug. 31, 2017
A new UK Cooperative Extension Service program takes information directly to neighborhoods to teach the risks of using too much phosphorus on lawns.
UK Forestry, Cooperative Extension a big part of 2017 Kentucky Wood Expo
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Aug. 23, 2017
The Kentucky Wood Expo returns to Lexington Sept. 15, 16, and UK Cooperative Extension will have a big hand in two days of educational and fun activities for the entire family.
‘Your Backyard Woods’ workshop at Kentucky Wood Expo
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Aug. 8, 2017
Owners of small, backyard woods who wish to learn more about keeping their landscapes healthy will get many of their questions answered by UK specialists Sept. 16.
New tree app builds partnerships between citizens and scientists
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jul. 18, 2017
The new app will allow forest landowners and the general public to engage in meaningful, scientific research.