News Archive: Environment
Get the most out of woodlands with short course
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jun. 16, 2015
The 2015 Woodland Owners Short Course will cover woodlands and wildlife management for both novice and experienced landowners.
UK flavonoid research shows promise for big things to come
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 2, 2015
Research at UK may help scientists fully understand the potential of flavonoids, small compounds in plant that may have big health benefits.
Three UK Students Win NSF Research Awards
By
Whitney Hale
Published on Apr. 30, 2015
A UKAg student is among the three award winners.
Extension aquaculture trainings coming to Central Kentucky
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 27, 2015
Come learn the advantages of a well built, properly managed pond April 17-18 at the Franklin County Extension office.
Arboretum hosting Party for the Planet in April
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 24, 2015
The Party gets started April 1.
UKAg students invite all to Earth Day at McConnell Springs April 4
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Mar. 18, 2015
University of Kentucky students are Earth Day at McConnell Springs on April 4, a day filled with fun and educational family activities.
Forests offer sustainable economic hope for Eastern Kentucky
Published on Mar. 4, 2015
A recent UK study found that forests represent a viable option for sustainable revenue in Eastern Kentucky.
UK soil scientists begin cover crop research project
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 3, 2015
The multi-year project will look at the value of cover crops.
Extension to offer two aquaculture trainings in Western Kentucky
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Feb. 27, 2015
KSU extension specialists will teach proper pond management techniques during the two workshops.
Arctic cold poses risk to livestock
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 18, 2015
Livestock producers need to protect animals from record-breaking cold.