December 2007
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| UK winter wheat meeting is Jan. 8 |
| Diet reduces risks of hypertension, heart disease and stroke |
| Water Pioneers opens eyes and minds of Robinson Scholars |
| Troedsson named UK Department of Veterinary Science Chair and Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center Director |
| Spruce diseases, disorders appearing in landscape |
| Research looks at winter protection for strawberries |
| 4-H, FFA join for first leadership conference |
| Annie’s Project reaches out to farm women |
| ‘Log A Load’ helping to brighten children’s futures |
| Homeland Security regulations soon to affect some Kentucky farmers |
| Kentucky's beef industry shows continued strength |
| Fruit and Vegetable Conference Set for Jan. 6-8, 2008 |
| Inaugural Kentucky Vintners' Dinner Set for Jan. 8 |
| Staying Warm without Breaking the Bank |
| On-Farm Test Plots Valuable if Correctly Done |
| HOT Conference Heats up Anti-Tobacco Use Campaign in Eastern Kentucky |
| Program Teams Athletes with Youth for Healthy Living |
| 4-H Skillathon and Livestock Teams Excel at Nationals |
| Mullen Selected as Fellow of Prestigious Institute |
| Farm Economy Likely to See Record Cash Receipts But Less in Farmers' Pockets |
November 2007
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| Christmas Tree Farmers Feeling Effects of Drought |
| Sewing Workshop Held in Bluegrass |
| irst Science, Engineering & Technology 4-H Agent |
| The Arboretum Announces Campaign for Kentucky Children's Garden |
Natural Resource Conservation Service,
UK Team Up to Improve Grazing Options |
| 2008 Likely Will See More Soybean Acres |
| Barn Quilts Blanket the State |
| Women's Workshop Makes Dollars Go Further |
| Recovering from the 2007 Freeze and Drought |
| Food Prices Affected by Drought? |
| Greenup Master Gardeners Spruce up War Memorial |
| Coping With High Fertilizer Prices |
| Environmental Scientist First Hire under Provost&'s Initiative |
| Sustainability Seminar Recycles Clothing |
| Sewing Workshop Held in Bluegrass |
| Livestock Farmers Face Long Winter |
| Sustainability Seminar Recycles Clothing |
| Dairy Judging Team Shines at Nationals |
| K Ag Weather Center Hosts Weather Media Seminar |
| Williams Named LDDC Associate Director |
| Eastern Kentucky Counties Raise Cancer Screening Awareness |
| Deer Overpopulation Causes Problems |
| Networking Widens Entrepreneurs’ Horizons |
| Tobacco Yields Good, Curing Difficult |
| Rainfall Aiding Drought Stricken Farms |
| Bridges, Barns, Scarecrows and Banners, Oh My! |
| Stokes Lecture Celebrates Land Grant Research |
October 2007
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| Remaking the Past to Improve the Present |
| Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership Wins 2007 Innovative Nonprofit Award |
| 4-H Skateboarding Club Rolling in Bath County |
| Bedbug Epidemic Grows |
| Grains Academy Kicks Off This Winter |
| Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network to Kick Off |
| Drought Forum Added to Women in Ag Conference |
| Cox Appointed to NAREEE Advisory Board |
| Meetings Aid Farmers' Decisions for 2008 Crop Needs |
| Reduce Losses When Feeding Hay |
| Children Susceptible to Environmental Hazards |
| Drought Causes Winter Risks for Wildlife |
| Natural Predators May Be Best Soldiers in Soybean Aphid Battle |
| Unique Fall Setting up Interesting 2008 Crop Scenario |
| New Program Reaches Out to Military Children |
| ‘Growing Healthy Kids in Kentucky’ Conference |
| Tracy Farmer Center for the Environment Receives National Science Foundation Grant |
| UK Wheat Science Group Wins National Award |
| Can State Expect Bright Autumn? |
UK Horse Racing Club to Host
Thoroughbred Horse Trainers, Silent Auction |
Slow Release Nitrogen
Has a Place in Kentucky Wheat Fields |
| Turn Aside Pests Now |
September 2007
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| Kentucky Grazing Conference Coming in October |
"Third Thursday" Celebrates 10 Years
Supporting Small Farmers |
UK Gluck Equine Research Foundation
Names New Inductee To Research Hall of Fame |
| Institute Expands Entrepreneurial Network |
| State's Corn Harvest a Mixed Bag |
| County Fair Livestock Animals Headed for Harvest |
| UK, Small Grain Growers Offer New Wheat Variety |
| Kentucky Joe Endorses Youth “Survivor” Video |
| Fork is a Revolutionary Tool |
| UK’s Horse Pasture Evaluation Program Shares Fall Tips for Healthy Spring Pastures |
| Lloyds of London Gift Marks 15th Year of Partnership With UK’s Veterinary Science Department |
| Upcoming Women in Ag Conference Focuses on Local Foods |
| UK, State Partner to Improve Cane Run Watershed |
| UK Colleges of Pharmacy and Agriculture Partner to Advance Potential New Plant-Based Medicine |
| Water Conservation: Every Drop Adds Up |
| DAIReXNET Gears up for October Launch |
| Pierce’s Disease Found on Kentucky Grapevine |
| Weather and Management Changes Could Aid Tobacco Curing |
| Dry Conditions Limit Soybean Rust, Encourage Charcoal Rot |
| Grazing Best Option for Corn Stalks as Cattle Feed |
| Harvesting Drought Damaged Soybeans for Forage |
August 2007
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| Distillers Dried Grains Reducing Feed Costs |
| Drought Could Make Winter Feeding Challenging |
| Fielding Options in Specialty Melons |
| Warren Sewing Club Provides Warmth for Newborns |
| Barren County Farm Spotlights UK Grazing Program |
| Cattlemen's Boot Camp Set for Sept. 21 and 22 |
| Public Meetings to Discuss Renewable Energy |
| Take Fire Season Seriously |
| Congress Yet to Decide 2007 Farm Bill |
| Hot, Dry Weather Continues to Take Toll on Crops |
| Two Kentucky Youths Chosen to Help Plan, Lead National Conference |
| A Little Effort Pays Big Environmental Dividends |
| Teff May Be a Summer Forage Option |
| Several Factors Contributing to Higher Food Costs |
| Looking for Soybean Stem Borer |
| Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Leaps to Oldham County |
| Hazardous Heat Wave Sweeping the State |
| Several Grain Storage Options Available for Farmers |
| Auctions Helping Fuel Increased Produce Production |
| Managing Weeds: 2007 a Unique Season |
| Survey Indicates Increase in Produce Crop Acreage |
July 2007
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| Organic Gardening Growing in East Kentucky County |
| Shearer Named Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Chair |
| From Sea to Shining Sea: Cyclist Finishes Odyssey |
| Making Cattle Feeding Decisions in a Low Hay Producing Year |
UK College of Agriculture Awarded Grants
To Promote Energy Efficiency |
| Building a Community Around Food |
| New Facilities Allow Campers to Experience Horses |
| Community Garden Part of Larger Empowerment Program |
| Planning Now for Predicted Hay Shortage Wise despite Recent Rains |
| Web Site Provides Drought Information |
| UK Hosts First Viticulture Field Day |
| Leadership Center Showcases Kentucky |
| UK Scientists Research Opportunities for Biomass and Hay Production |
| Carter Named Director of UK Livestock Disease Diagnostic Center |
| Using Corn Fungicides in a Dry Growing Season |
| UK Research and Education Center Field Day is July 26 |
| From ‘Seed’ to ‘Hot House,’ Program Grows Entrepreneurial Youth |
| Diminished Wheat Crop Harvested |
June 2007
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| Riding to Remember, Journey Inspires Cyclist |
| Robinson Scholars Become “Water Pioneers” |
| Center Offers Information on New Crop Opportunities |
| Strategic Winter Grazing Benefits |
| Rotational Grazing Programs Vital in Dry Year |
| Record Drought Prompts Crop, Lawn, Water Concerns |
| Determining Fungicide Needs in Corn |
| Registration Under Way for Heritage Skills Retreat |
| Insect Trapping Network - Early Warning System |
| Forest Leadership Program Teaches Vital Lessons |
| Don't Get Complacent with Soybean Rust |
| Expand Veggie Repertoire with Fresh Produce |
| East Kentucky County Sets Value-Added Example |
| Drought Resistant Gardening Good Idea for Rain-Starved State |
| Fields Need a Soaker |
| Inaugural Viticulture Summer Field Day Set for July 7 |
| UK Swine Nutritionist Receives National Acclaim |
| Forage Tour Planned for June 14 in Monroe County |
| Training Camp Gives Extension Agents Tools to Promote Beef |
| Record High Fuel Prices Hit Agriculture |
May 2007
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| Don’t Let Hay Harvest Go Up in Smoke |
| "Live Like Larry," Theme for Cross Country Trek |
| Beef Festival Invokes Kentucky Pride |
| Farmers Continue to Embrace Technology |
| 4-H Camp for Home-Schoolers - Family Style |
| UK Equestrian Team Has Solid National Performance |
| Soggy Summer Could Deter Borers |
| Disease Resistant Roses Can Add Pleasure to Garden |
| 4-H Farm Day Stresses Nutrition, Food's Source |
| UK Beef Research Goes High Tech with Real-Time Health Monitoring |
| Extension Helps Students Increase Physical Activity |
| Homemakers Begin 75th Year with Record Donations |
| Honeybee Decline Sets Rumor Mill on High Speed |
| Sheeprofit Day Set for May 24 |
| Herbicide Treated Wheat OK for Forage Crop Use |
| New UK Extension Leader Emphasizes Power of Outreach to Help Kentucky |
| Little Change Seen in Livestock Sector Despite High Corn Costs |
| Research Focuses On Feasibility of Canola, Sunflowers as Biofuels |
| Kentucky Blackberries will be in High Demand - Again |
| Precautions Can Prevent Farming Deaths |
April 2007
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| Easter Freeze Devastating to Kentucky Fruit Growers |
| Benefiting the Children, Benefiting the Planet |
| Berenstain Bears Help Spread Literacy, Healthy Habits |
| Landowners, State’s Forests will Benefit from Woodland Short Course |
| Report Shows State Nonprofits More Than Charity |
| Wheat Field Day is May 15 |
| Staying Informed is Important for Consumers Purchasing Pet Food |
Alltech Grant Enhances Research Partnership
with UK Agriculture |
| National Value-Added Agriculture Conference Coming to Kentucky |
| More than a Walk in the Woods |
| Homemakers Focus on Community Involvement |
| Time to Plant Annual Flowers (Again) Nearing |
| Some Corn Freeze-Damaged; Still Time for Good Crop |
| Farmers Have Options for Freeze-Damaged Wheat |
| Eastern and Forest Tent Caterpillars Feeding; Timing Right for Horse Farms to Implement Control Strategies |
| UK Equestrian Team Riders Headed to Nationals |
| Changing Landscape of Kentucky's Farm Economy |
| Kids in the Kitchen Promotes Healthy Eating |
| Competition Memorializes Teen Who Loved Cows |
| Don't Leap to Repair Freeze Damage in Landscape |
| State's Fruit and Wheat Crops Slammed by Cold Conditions |
| Timing is Everything in Managing Tobacco Diseases |
| Taking Steps to Prepare for the Future |
| Former State Environmental Secretary Joins UK Tracy Farmer Center for the Environment |
| State Gets Approval to Use Folicur 3.6F to Combat Wheat Disease |
| Cold Spell Doesn't Have to Spoil Spring |
| Barnhart Leaves Lasting Legacy |
March 2007
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UK Equestrian Team Coach Named
AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year |
| Cooking Club Provides Meals, Encourages Family Time |
| Video's Goal is Saving Lives |
| Extension Program Proves You're Never Too Old to Dream |
| Custom Rate Survey Provides Farmers Baseline Costs |
| Western Bean Cutworm Also Likes Corn |
| Extension Agent's Experience Leads to Stroke Awareness Effort |
| Keeping Our Food Close to Home |
| entucky Agriculture Takes Up Governor's Challenge |
| Forest Crop Mushrooming for Small Holdings |
| Spring Is Time to Start Seasoning Firewood |
| Dairy Industry Survey to Aid UK College of Agriculture's Regulatory Services in Future Planning |
| Rain Gardens are Attractive Options for Storm Runoff |
UK's Pasture Management Program Begins Third Year
Serving Central Kentucky Horse Farms |
| Celebration Commemorates Century of Excellences |
| 3rd Annual Ethical Leadership Institute is April 24 |
| Bringing Fallow Fields Back into Production |
| Program Brings Fathers, Children Together Through Daily Reading |
| Woodland Workshop to Shine Spotlight on Forest, Wildlife Topics |
| From Drenched to Bone Dry, Kentucky is a Tale of Two Climates |
| Hay Supply Starting to Dwindle |
| Tooth Fairy Brings Dental Care Message to Schools |
| "Horses Count" in Final Weeks |
February 2007
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| Competition Proves Trash Doesn't Necessarily Need to be Thrown Away |
| Bedbugs Could Take Bite Out of Spring Break Fun |
| Welcome to the Real World |
| Identity Theft Still Top Consumer Fraud Complaint |
| Shades of Red Has Heart-Healthy Message |
| New Interactive Web System will Link Kentucky Ag Producers and Consumers |
| Come Sew With Us' Workshop Set for March 29-31, Register by March 1 |
| Cold Weather Ups the Odds of Deadly Fumes |
| Kentucky Dairy Conference is March 6 in Cave City |
| Conservation Tillage an Option for Tobacco Growers |
| Forest Fire Risks Abound Despite Wet, Cold Conditions |
| Eastern Kentucky Meat Goat Workshops Set for February, March |
| Integrated Pest Management School is March 7 |
| Managing Risk Is Part of Overall Farm Management |
| Trans Fats: What's the Big Deal, Anyway? |
| Homemakers Touching Hearts with Toys |
| Innovative Pike County Program Wins 2006 Governor's Award in the Arts |
| Kentucky, Tennessee Join Efforts for February Stocker Conference |
| Kentucky Alfalfa Conference is Feb. 22 |
| Stanley Smith Dickson Professorship Established With $1 Million Gift to UK |
| UK College of Agriculture Chooses Equine Education Program Leader < |
January 2007
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| UK Announces Expanded Equine Programs to Meet the Needs of Kentucky and its Horses |
| 'A Forest Journey' Author to Speak at UK Feb. 13 |
| Former College of Ag Dean Honored with Portrait |
| Our Warm Winter: What's to Complain About? |
| Upcoming Calving Season Could be a Challenge |
| Land, Food and Culture Symposium is March 13-14 |
| New Trends in Farmers' Markets |
| Little Effort Goes a Long Way toward Living Green |
| Universities Pool Resources to Address Diversity |
| Warm Fall, Winter Aids Kentucky's Late Wheat Crop |
| Two College of Agriculture Departments Rank in Top 10 Nationally |
| Continuous Corn Production Increases Pest Pressures |
| New Farm Bill Will Be Hammered Out in Coming Months |
| Minimizing Radon Risks Important for All Kentuckians |
| East Kentucky Extension Office Revives Train Depot |
| 'Revolutionary' Greenhouse Has Roots at UK |
| ‘It’s Sew Fine’ Sewing Expo Set for March 6-7; Register by Feb. 1 |
| This Resolution Could Save Your Life |
| Quilters Invited to Jabez Quilt Seminar Jan. 23-27 |
| Soybean Leaf Loss, Damage May Be Key to Yield Loss |
| Watching for Resistant Weeds |
