OAK Virtual Conference

Virtual Conference on January 27 - 29: Spread out over 3 days, sessions will be live. All elements of the conference will be recorded and available for viewing up to a year after the event. The virtual event platform Whova elevates sponsor visibility and engagement through an interactive profile and messaging. Registration opens in September … Continue reading "OAK Virtual Conference"

Crop Insurance Webinar: Q&A with an Insurance Agent

In February’s crop insurance webinar, we will be speaking with an insurance agent and asking YOUR questions! You can email questions to dakota@kyhortcouncil.org ahead of time, or you can drop them in the chat during the webinar. Join us at 12:30 pm ET|11:30 am CT. To register for the live webinars, use the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvf-iuqDgtG9PpErwxskqi8kZ3fVIRaULI

45th Annual KY Turf & Landscape Short Course

The 45th Annual Turf & Landscape Short Course is happening! The event will be at the Hardin Co Extension Center (Elizabethtown), Wednesday 2/16 and Thursday 2/17, with a pre-conference new employee pesticide certification training and testing on Tuesday, 2/15. Each day begins at 8:45 am (EST), concluding at about 4:00 pm EST. Both Short Course … Continue reading "45th Annual KY Turf & Landscape Short Course"

Spring Vineyard and Winery Workshop

The UK Grape & Wine program will be hosting a free vineyard and winery workshop at the UK horticulture research farm in Lexington. Registration is required. Details available in early February. For more information, contact: Patsy E. Wilson Extension Specialist - Viticulture Department of Horticulture University of Kentucky Lexington, KY 40546-0091 Ph: 859-494-1657 (cell) E: … Continue reading "Spring Vineyard and Winery Workshop"

Soil Fertility Basics with Grow Appalachia

Soil fertility workshop to build a foundation of understanding on this critical topic for small-scale farmers and gardeners. This workshop will cover: Factors that influence soil fertility How to read and interpret a soil test How to choose a fertilizer Using manure, cover crops, or compost for fertility How to calculate fertilizer application rates

2022 OAK Conference: Hopkinsville

2-day in-person event in Hopkinsville, KY on March 17 (farm tours) and 18 (classroom sessions): This event takes place in western Kentucky at local farms and the Christian County Cooperative Extension Office and NEW Ag Arena. The venue offers large meeting spaces. The event series is a must for farmers, agriculture professionals, and anyone passionate about building … Continue reading "2022 OAK Conference: Hopkinsville"

KY Local Food Systems Summit

The Food Connection at the University of Kentucky, in partnership with Bluegrass Farm to Table, the Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development, and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, invite you to join in a full day of workshops, networking, and conversations designed to bring together local food professionals and advocates who work on the … Continue reading "KY Local Food Systems Summit"

FSMA Produce Safety Alliance (PSA Training) Registration Deadline

PSA - FSMA Grower Training Course – Remote Deadline to apply March 30, 2022 Training April 28, 2022 8 am until 5 pm The training is free to all Kentucky produce growers through the Kentucky Department of Agriculture cooperative agreement grant. As a reminder this course is required for all KY farms who has produce sales … Continue reading "FSMA Produce Safety Alliance (PSA Training) Registration Deadline"

2022 OAK Conference

1-day in-person event in Burlington, KY on April 8: This single day event takes place in northern Kentucky at the Boone County Cooperative Extension Office and spacious Enrichment Center. The day's program includes a keynote, nine sessions, a boxed lunch, farm tours, and a short course. The event series is a must for farmers, agriculture professionals, and anyone … Continue reading "2022 OAK Conference"