News Archive: Agricultural Economics
Three University of Kentucky students gain skills, community as Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars
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Bailey Vandiver
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The Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars program awarded scholarships and learning opportunities to three Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment students in 2024.
Blending fields and skies: University of Kentucky prepares alum for unique military career path
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Jordan Strickler
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A UK graduate says his time at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the Air Force ROTC has equipped him for the future.
Resilient by nature: Martin-Gatton CAFE professor continues to support family initiative to transform lives through outdoor adventure
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Grace Sowards
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The Life Adventure Center exists to heal people through the power of nature. Whether it be young students or adult groups, the staff at LAC encourages individuals to unlock their internal resilience.
UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment appoints new Agricultural Economics Chair
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Derrick Meads
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The University of Kentucky has appointed alum Aslihan Spaulding as new chair of the Department of Agricultural Economics, an opportunity to review and refresh programs that serve and advance Kentucky.
Kentucky small businesses to be awarded and recognized at State Capitol
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Christopher Carney
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This annual event celebrates National Small Business Week, recognizing high-performing small business owners in Kentucky.
Take the next step: Get market-ready with business skills, tools for success
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Christopher Carney
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The MarketReady Training Program offers two upcoming sessions for Kentucky producers, farmers, agents and anyone interested in selling their farm products to gain valuable business acumen.
Kentucky SBDC and SKED awarded grant to boost childcare services in the state
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Ryan Ferguson
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A grant for the Kentucky Small Business Development Center (SBDC), in partnership with the Southeast Kentucky Economic Development Corporation (SKED), will help advance childcare resources for moderate-income households and women entrepreneurs' families in Kentucky.
UK unveils enhanced agricultural economics Master's program, focusing on real-world problem-solving through extension
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Jordan Strickler
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A new UK Master's program will help agriculture economics students obtain out-of-the-classroom experience by integrating extension in the curriculum.
Kentucky agriculture navigating 2024 economic headwinds and opportunities
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Jordan Strickler
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Following two years of growth, Kentucky's agricultural economy will likely begin to see a slight downturn.
UK Agriculture Education recognized as top program by peers at national convention
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Christopher Carney
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The University of Kentucky AgEd program’s student organization was evaluated on four service areas for this national honor.