Vol. 2 No. 17 • September 15, 2009
Rollover simulator 2.0
Dale Dobson, right, administrator of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture's farm and home safety program, shows a group of children from his home town of Hodgenville how a rollover protective structure (ROPS) can stop a tractor from overturning. The KDA's new rollover tractor simulator was unveiled at the Kentucky State Fair last month. It will be displayed at the third annual Kentucky Farm Women Field Day on Sept. 22 in Louisville. (Ted Sloan photo) |
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer
Kentucky producers achieved a record $4.84 billion in farmgate cash receipts last year, surpassing the previous cash receipts record of $4.52 billion set in 2007. ... more
Commissioner Farmer encourages Kentuckians to celebrate Agritourism Month in September
“A trip to the farm gives people a chance to treat their families to clean, wholesome fun,” Commissioner Farmer said. ... more
Grants improve fair facilities and stimulate rural economies
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture grants have done more than just fund new construction, the Kentucky Fair Council was told in its meeting last month. ... more
Commissioner Farmer: Follow the law on ginseng harvest and sale
“The ginseng trade can be both profitable and sustainable, but only if everyone follows the rules,” Commissioner Farmer said. ... more
2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games provides opportunity for Kentucky Proud farmers, producers and artists to be featured
The “Kentucky Experience,” a partnership with the Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, will feature and sample Kentucky Proud products during the 16-day event. ... more
Tickets go on sale Sept. 25. Click here to find out more.
USDA announces implementation of livestock disaster assistance programs
Producers may begin applying for benefits under the provisions of the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) and the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP).
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Kentucky crop prospects remain good
Most Kentucky crops were in good to excellent condition as of September 1, according to the
Kentucky Field Office of USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. ... more
Pre-conditioning considerations for spring-born calves
Even though producers were enjoying a less-challenging weather pattern this summer, many cow-calf producers have struggled to cover rising costs on a softer calf market. ... more
Producers should check corn's stalk strength before harvest
Continuous wet weather coupled with cool temperatures has led to an increased disease presence which could cause weak corn stalks. ... more
There is still time to apply for disaster unemployment assistance
Jefferson County farmers and self-employed business owners may qualify for benefits if wages or business were lost due to the Aug. 4 severe storms and flooding. ... more
Goats greening up Bluegrass Station landfill sites
When a coworker suggested using goats to do the job instead, Bluegrass Station Environmental Manager Gary Logsdon thought he was joking. ... more
UK Gluck Equine Research Foundation names four inductees to Equine Research Hall of Fame
Four scientists will be inducted into the University of Kentucky Equine Research Hall of Fame Oct. 25 at Keeneland Race Course by the Gluck Equine Research Foundation. ... more
USDA resubmits notice of Value-Added Producer Grants
The deadline to submit applications is Nov. 30. Click here to read the notice in the Federal Register.
Click here for application information.
Honey bees selected by ARS toss out varroa mites
ARS scientists at the agency’s Honey Bee Breeding, Genetics and Physiology Research Unit in Baton Rouge, La., have developed honey bees with high expression of the varroa-sensitive hygiene trait. ... more
USDA announces time frame for nominations to the Advisory Committee for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
Nominations are being accepted through Oct. 5. ... more
Click here for the latest information on H1N1 flu
Coming up
2009 Kentucky prawn harvest
Kentucky agritourism events
Progressive Agriculture Safety Days
Kentucky Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off
Kentucky National Horse Show
Third Annual Kentucky Farm Women Field Day
PLANET Certified Landscape Technician - Exterior exam
20th Annual World Chicken Festival
2009 Owensboro Pumpkinfest
2009 Woodland Owners Short Course
Kentucky Alpaca Farm Days
Kentucky Crossroads Harvest Festival
Kentucky Proud Incredible Food Show
Kentucky Grazing School
Race for Education 5K/10K run
Pesticide training schedule
Kentucky Farm Fact
Kentucky has more than 300 agritourism destinations. Go to www.kentuckyfarmsarefun.com to find out more.
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