News Archive: Events
UK’s Winter Wheat Meeting builds on successful year for Kentucky farmers
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 25, 2024
On Feb 1, experts discuss best practices and industry updates during the Winter Wheat Meeting — an annual conference that has become a staple for Kentucky’s wheat growers.
UK hosting second annual Equines & Endophytes Workshop Jan. 31
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Jan. 24, 2024
Get started in the hay business at the Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference
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By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 22, 2024
The 2024 Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference, "Getting Started in the Hay Business," is at the Warren County Extension Office in Bowling Green on Feb 8.
Kentucky Maple Days offers premiere maple sugaring event
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 19, 2024
The University of Kentucky welcomes the public Feb. 3 and 17 in discovering the world of maple syrup production across the state's farms and sugarhouses.
The 5th annual Kentucky Forest Health Conference will address new invasive threats
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 17, 2024
This year's conference places a special emphasis on the Spotted Lanternfly which recently made its presence known in Kentucky.
New UK Cooperative Extension Service programs help drive sustainable agriculture for regional farmers
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 11, 2024
The multi-state effort to help farmers in the Midwest and Mid-South implement conservation agriculture practices
2024 Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit registration now open
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 11, 2024
Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit provides a full day of training, networking and critical discussions about systems development.
Kentucky Crop Health Conference 2024 registration now open
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 5, 2024
Speakers from across the nation will discuss integrated pest management.
University of Kentucky to host inaugural Pre-Veterinary Experience Day Feb. 17
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Dec. 4, 2023
The inaugural Pre-Veterinary Experience Day offers attendees insight into current veterinary medicine issues, addressing topics such as student debt, mental health and work-life balance.
Kentucky youth participate in inaugural Equine Is For All
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By
Christopher Carney
Published on Dec. 1, 2023
The event provided young Kentucky students, from all backgrounds, an opportunity to learn about equine and demonstrate the basics of leading, moving and caring for horses.