UK research reveals list of bee-friendly plants

By Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 20, 2017

A UK research project to identify bee-friendly trees and shrubs is the first comprehensive study of its kind.

Don’t miss out. Sign up now for fresh, organic food from UK CSA

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Apr. 5, 2017

A weekly, bountiful harvest of fresh produce from May through October awaits UK faculty, students and staff who sign up for a share in the UK CSA. Registration is open for the 2017 season.

Public seminars to throw light on urban forests

Published on Mar. 13, 2017

Urban forests benefit developed areas environmentally, socially and economically. UK Urban Forest Initiative will host two public seminars on the topic.

Prolonged freezing temps could damage Kentucky crops

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 10, 2017

Risk of freeze damage is significant.

Sign up now for organic food delivered at the peak of flavor

By Carol Lea Spence
Published on Feb. 7, 2017

All UK faculty, staff and students are eligible to enroll in the UK Community Supported Agriculture Project. Registration is now open to purchase weekly shares of organic produce.

Henning leaving post as head of UK Cooperative Extension to return to forage programs

Published on Feb. 6, 2017

After nearly a decade leading extension, Henning will return to the college's faculty as an extension forage specialist.

Social media saves on insecticides

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jan. 10, 2017

A UK entomologist is using social media to relay information to producers.

Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference coming Jan. 9-10

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Dec. 7, 2016

The conference will be at the Embassy Suites in Lexington.

Community garden takes shape in Metcalfe County

By Katie Pratt
Published on Dec. 5, 2016

Metcalfe County Extension is ramping up efforts now to increase awareness of and consumption of local foods next summer.

2016 Kentucky net farm income likely to hit lowest level since 2010

Published on Dec. 1, 2016

Kentucky net farm income is expected to dip to less than $1.5 billion in 2016, down from $1.7 billion in 2015 and potentially its lowest level since 2010.