Vol. 2 No. 6 • March 30, 2009
State vet says Kentucky stallions free of CEM
The last Kentucky stallion known to have been exposed to contagious equine metritis (CEM) has been released from quarantine, State Veterinarian Robert C. Stout has announced. ... more
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer
Kentucky agriculture had a good legislative session this year. ... more
Commissioner Farmer applauds FDA decision to delay implementing enhanced feed ban rule
“This delay will provide additional time for producers, renderers and haulers to determine how we can comply with the rule and still make sure farmers have an affordable and accessible means of disposing of dead animals,” Commissioner Farmer said. ... more
Eastern tent caterpillar hatch underway, numbers trending up
“While infestations of the magnitude seen during the 2001-2002 Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome outbreak are not anticipated, it is clear that eastern tent caterpillar populations are on the upswing and could be heavier than normal in some areas," said Lee Townsend, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture entomologist. ... more
To find out more about the eastern tent caterpillar, click here.
Scientists identify rust-resistant genes in soybeans
The discovery will help defend the $27 billion U.S. soybean crop against Asian soybean rust through conventional breeding or biotechnological means. ... more
To see the national Asian soybean rust observation map, click here.
To find out more about Asian soybean rust, click here.
Commissioner Farmer: Practice egg safety this Easter
Kentuckians who plan to decorate and eat Easter eggs can take a few simple steps to keep their families safe. ... more
Kentucky wineries strike gold at Derby wine competition
Kentucky wineries earned 15 gold medals at the Kentucky Derby Festival wine competition March 24 in Louisville. ... more
Farmer of the Year contest deadline is April 17
The Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) program recognizes farmers for their commitment to excellence in the agriculture industry and their efficiency in farming practices, sound financial management, and leadership in civic organizations. ... more
KNLA congratulates new PLANET Certified Landscape Technicians, Kentucky Certified Nurserymen
Fourteen candidates have earned the designation of a Certified Landscape Technician. ... more
Twelve candidates have received Kentucky Nurseryman certification for 2009. ... more
Agricultural Development Board approves policy changes
The changes are intended to broaden access to diversification funds and enhance accountability. ... more
Kentucky Division of Forestry spring seedling sale
Coming up
Kentucky agritourism schedule
W. Norris Duvall Leaders in Residence event
UK Equine Intiative career fair
UK shearing school
National Institute of Animal Agriculture annual meeting
Lake Barkley Beekeeping School
Kentucky National Dairy Shows and Sales and Kow-A-Rama
Allen County Spring Garden Expo
Heart of Kentucky Farm, Home and Garden Show
Murray State University FFA Horsemanship/Equitation competition
"Meat" Your Neighbor educational tour
National Barn Alliance conference
(early bird registration deadline April 15)
KECI North Carolina tour
Central Kentucky Llama & Alpaca Show & Expo
Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund regional workshops
Pesticide training schedule
Kentucky Farm Fact
Exports of Kentucky farm products brought more than $1.2 billion into the Commonwealth in 2007. To find out more about the Kentucky Department of Agriculture's international marketing program, click here.
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