News Archive: Forestry
Time to BrAg about Ag
By
Jackie Clark
Published on Mar. 27, 2015
BrAg Week is March 30-April 3 on campus.
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.
Master Logger continuing education classes offered in March
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Feb. 10, 2015
Web-based continuing education classes for Master Loggers will be offered on March 10 and 17.
Tri-state Woodlands and Wildlife Workshop March 28
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Feb. 9, 2015
Forestry and wildlife experts from UK, Purdue and Ohio State will advise woodland owners during the annual Ohio River Valley Woodlands and Wildlife Workshop.
Leopold Conservation Award Program seeks nominees in Kentucky
Published on Feb. 3, 2015
Nominations are due by April 15.
Kentucky ag economy remains strong, but concerns are for 2015
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Dec. 4, 2014
A 15 percent increase in livestock prices is expected to boost 2014 Kentucky agricultural cash receipts to $6B. The 2015 outlook is expected to drop back.
Kentucky wood bound for Plimoth Plantation and history
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Nov. 25, 2014
A flatbed laden with freshly sawn white oak from Kentucky is destined for the refitting of the historic vessel, Mayflower II.
UK research shows promise in fight against emerald ash borer
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 10, 2014
UK researchers have recovered both native and released parasitoid wasps in EAB-affected areas.
Timber Harvesting Field Day Oct. 30
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 21, 2014
A forestry field day on Oct. 30 in Jackson will focus on managing and harvesting timber in Eastern Kentucky.