January 2003
Ag Programs
January 27-January 31
Sanitizing Trays For The Tobacco Float System
A key component in the tobacco float system are the trays used to hold the young transplants in a liquid growing medium. Keeping them clean and free from disease organisms is essential.
Reducing The Stress Of Cold Weather On Your Livestock
Cold, wet, winter weather puts a stress on humans and animals alike. Most livestock will be far less efficient if they don't receive special attention during the winter.
Combating Insect Pest Resistance
Given enough time, pests can become resistant to pest control techniques. Many insects are successful because they have the ability to adapt to these practices.
Analyzing Your Crops For Winter Pests
What are crop pests doing in the winter months and how are they going to get through a cold Kentucky winter?
Managing & Enhancing The Profit Of Farm Enterprise
Any business can benefit from enhanced management efficiency.
Ag Programs
January 20-24
Protecting Early Planted Corn With Seed Treatments
Corn producers can get off to a very early start on protecting their valuable crop by using certain seed treatments when the right conditions hint a potential disease problem.
Initiating Control Practices For Woody Plants In Cold Weather
During the colder months it is important to consider control procedures for woody-type plants such as multi-floral-rose.
Recovering From Last Years' Agricultural Economy
Kentucky's Agricultural Economy struggled during the year 2002.
Managing Data With G.P.S
One of the indicators of a successful agricultural management program is good record keeping.
Exploring Added Value Concepts
Added value concepts for agriculture have received much attention as we swing into the new year.
Ag Programs
January 13-17
Renovating Pastures With Clover
Beef farmers should be prepared to renovate their grass pastures to get maximum yield, quality and profit for the coming year.
Understanding Soil Test Results
When you get your soil tested from a laboratory, you receive a soil test report summarizing what the lab found out about the soil sample submitted. What can the test results mean?
Keeping Warm In Winter Weather
A lot of factors may play a role in keeping you from staying warm, even in a sunny winter day. Here are some tips on keeping warm in any cold condition.
Blending Farm Activities With Non-Farm Activities
Small businesses in Kentucky are facing numerous challenges as they try to develop their business and compete in a changing market place.
Identifying Livestock Helps In Keeping Records
Modern Animal Agriculture requires better records as we see greater efficiency of production. The key to keeping good health, breeding and performance as well as marketing records is a good program of identification.
Ag Programs
January 6-10
Using A Dormant Oil Application On Your Crop This Winter
There are thing that and growers and home owners can do during the winter months to protect them against future problems with insects and mites.
Recognizing Mycotoxin Contamination of Crops
There are several micotoxins that occur occasionally in grains grown in Kentucky and surrounding states.
Improving Digestibility of Your Cattle Food
Animal feeding operators will be required by the United States EPA, to develop comprehensive nutrient management plans to minimize the impact of manure nutrients on water quality and public health.
Preventing Calf Losses From Hypothermia
If an animal is born during cold weather and having trouble standing, follow these steps to ensure a healthy animal.
Preparing for Early Winter Lawn Care
Early winter lawn care is still possible, especially on our cool season grasses.
