News Archive: Forestry & Natural Resources
UK Cooperative Extension Service helps begin forestry field course for high school students
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Jordan Strickler
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Participants of the ForestryWorks Field Course will learn everything from helping to protect plant and animal habitats to exploring new forestry careers.
‘Trees can strengthen communities’: Canopy Con 2025 reimagines urban green spaces and more
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Jordan Strickler
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This year’s Canopy Con on April 24 at the Fayette County extension office brings together noted speakers from across the nation to spread their community tree canopy knowledge.
University of Kentucky hosts Mass Timber in Appalachia Conference, showcasing innovation and sustainability
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Jordan Strickler
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A major conference highlight is the growing recognition that mass timber offers a cleaner, quicker and potentially more cost-effective alternative to traditional construction materials like steel and concrete.
Kentucky Forest Health Conference returns Feb. 6 to address challenges and innovations in woodland conservation
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Jordan Strickler
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The educational event encourages anyone interested in forest conservation to learn more about protecting woodlands and engage in networking opportunities.
Kentucky agriculture expects highs and lows in 2025
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Jordan Strickler
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Kentucky farmers face uncertainty in 2025, with grain farmers possibly facing struggles under low prices. However, livestock producers could benefit from strong cattle markets.
Robinson Wood Utilization Center donates mahogany to UK School of Art and Visual Studies students
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Bailey Vandiver
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The cross-college donation gave fall 2024 University of Kentucky students the opportunity to work with high-quality wood at no cost.
Kentucky Master Naturalist Program opens applications for 2025 cohort, blending online learning and field training
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Jordan Strickler
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Kentucky residents are invited to learn the ins and outs of the state’s ecosystem.
Kentucky Invasive Plant Conference to address threats and innovations in plant management
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Jordan Strickler
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Goats and drones are among this year’s innovation topics.
National Forest Products Week celebrates Kentucky’s growing forest economy and sustainable practices
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Jordan Strickler
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Established by Congress in 1960, this annual weeklong tradition celebrates and recognizes the significance of the state’s forest industry.
UK senior’s salamander research leads to success outside the classroom
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Bailey Vandiver
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Undergraduate research helps University of Kentucky students like William Taylor comprehend classroom concepts and prepare for future goals.