News Archive: Horticulture
Research and Education Center to host commodity-specific field days
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 12, 2013
Western Kentucky CSAs answer demand for fresh, local foods
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 11, 2013
CSA programs are thriving in one Western Kentucky county.
Disease affecting Kentucky roses
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 6, 2013
A new virus is attacking Kentucky roses and even Knock Outs are susceptible.
Prevention key to managing blueberry root rot
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 30, 2013
UK plant pathologist says a blueberry disease that is widespread in the state is largely preventable.
Ag impact on state, region worth billions
Published on May. 28, 2013
Two strawberry viruses found in Kentucky
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 22, 2013
The viruses are working in tandem to reduce strawberry yields in infected plants.
Free fruit for the masses
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 6, 2013
The Christian County extension office has played an integral part in establishing the Hopkinsville's first community orchard.
Window is quickly closing for spring lawn renovations
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 10, 2013
Now is the optimal time for spring reseeding.
Farmers, agents air views in Washington, D.C.
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Apr. 2, 2013
Recently, 14 Kentucky farmers and UK Cooperative Extension agents traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional staffers to talk about agricultural issues.
Spring will have to wait; pattern holding wet, cold weather over Bluegrass
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 22, 2013
UK College of Agriculture meterologists explain the current weather trends and the three-month outlook for Kentuckians.