CAFE Conversations
2020 has been an unprecedented year for many including University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension. We hope you'll join us for a panel discussion with Associate Dean Laura Stephenson (Extension), Dr...
Fall 2020 Plans and Coronavirus Response
We ensure that our faculty, students, staff, and stakeholders have the resources they need to make responsible decisions while moving the College's mission forward during this challenging time.
Campus Restart Playbook Coronavirus Website
Food insecure? Not if Cooperative Extension has a say
UK extension agents and NEP assistants in all 120 counties have helped more than 400 organizations provide needy families with food and information for staying safe and healthy.
A Senior's Path to Google
University of Kentucky senior Kymberley Johnson capitalized on every opportunity she received during her four years as a college student. Her initiative and drive served her well as she will soon graduate and head to her job at Google in Colorado.
The Protectors
Picture an army of University of Kentucky scientists, lab technicians, veterinarians, inspectors, and specialists standing guard, protecting Kentuckians and their livestock from diseases, ready to sound the alarm and spring to quick action if something...
Farmers Markets Open with an Eye toward Safe Sales
Before the rest of the state even thought about returning to work, farmers markets practiced "healthy at work” to keep their customers safely supplied with fresh, local food.
Innovative Partnerships
We prioritize unique, multidisciplinary collaborations. This approach allows us to discover creative solutions to issues in Kentucky and in the World. Our students benefit from these partnerships and enter the workforce with diverse education, research, service and real-world experiences.
PartnershipsAcademics
From clinics to kitchens, parks to politics, our graduates are improving lives across Kentucky and beyond. Take a look at what we have to offer, and you'll find an uncommon opportunity awaits you.
Browse ProgramsExtension
The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service provides practical education and resources to help people, businesses, and communities work together to solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future.
Your ExtensionResearch
We provide the support and infrastructure to facilitate and expedite solutions to important unanswered questions that impact agriculture, the environment and the health and well-being of society, at home and abroad.
Explore ProjectsDiversity & Inclusion
We create a welcoming and inclusive environment that allows our faculty, staff and students to reach their highest potential. We recognize people with diverse backgrounds and experiences are essential to decision making, problem solving and innovation.
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First Day of Fall Semester
Students begin classes for the Fall 2020 semester. View the full semester calendar.
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Kentucky State Fair
Kentucky State Fair history encompasses Kentucky’s growth and change in communication, transportation, technology and popular culture. Fair history reflects the challenges we have faced over the past...
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Staff Appreciation 2020
While the traditional staff appreciation day and outstanding staff awards program held in conjunction with Roundup will not take place this fall, the college plans to honor staff in a combination of...
International Reach
We seek to prepare highly motivated and culturally adaptive graduates who are competitive in the global economy. We teach them to build and nurture relationships with people in Kentucky and around the world. We find opportunities and provide resources for international study, research and professional work.
International Programs Education Abroad
How did you celebrate the 50th #EarthDay today? Amanda Gumbert, water specialist with @UKExtension, gives us 10+ activities we can do at home to care for our planet.
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Is your week's calendar full of Zoom meetings? Show your agricultural pride with a new college background. We're adding new images weekly >> https://bit.ly/3brlAqL.
Learn to use a Zoom virtual background here >> https://bit.ly/39EcB3C
Our college is proud to have a record-setting THREE scholars join the UK @GainesCenter Fellowship program including Iyahna Wilson, Alex Davis, and Lexi Gauger.
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Transformative Research
For more than 130 years, CAFE faculty have provided research results to farmers and residents. Our researchers address challenges with agribusiness, consumers, food processing, nutrition, community development, soil and water resources, the environment and international trade. From traditional labs and research farms to high-tech diagnostic and research centers, we offer science-based, practical solutions that impact the everyday lives of Kentuckians and people around the world.
College Research
