Kentucky Horticulture Council

Produce Irrigation and Water Management
2018-12-18 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
Appalachian Sustainable Development is hosting a webinar:Feeding the Crop: Soil Health and Crop Fertility for Produce will present the basics of fertility management for crops with a specific focus on produce. We will introduce participants to some of the best resources for additional information and study. Register online – login details will be confirmed by email.

KCARD AGFP Grant Workshop
2018-12-18 16:30 - 20:30 | Knox Co Extension Office, 215 Treuhaft Blvd #7, Barbourville, KY, 40906, United States
KCARD’s Agribusiness Grant Facilitation Program is hosting several Grant Workshops this season. Workshops will cover a broad range of funding opportunities for farmers, agribusinesses, and non-profits that support agriculture in Kentucky.
Each workshop will bring together speakers who work directly with national and state funding programs. The workshops will cover programs offered by USDA Rural Development, Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy, Kentucky State University, University of Kentucky, and more.

Decay Fungi Workshop (KAA)
2018-12-14 08:30 - 16:30 | ES Good Barn, UK
Dr. Bill Fountain, extension professor, and Julie Beale, plant pathologist, will be offering Decay Fungi: The Science of Fungal Infections, Cankers, and Digestion of Woody Tissues at UK. Registration is limited and preference will be given to Board Certified Master Arborists (BCMA) in need of science CEUs and Certified Arborists planning to take the BCMA exam.

KCARD AGFP Grant Workshop
2018-12-12 16:30 - 20:30 | Morehead State University Farm, 25 MSU Farm Dr, Morehead, KY, 40351, United States

KCARD AGFP Grant Workshop
2018-12-11 08:30 - 15:30 | Kenton Co Extension Office, 10990 Marshall Rd, Covington, KY, 41015, United States

KAA Certified Arborists Two-Day Prep Course and Exam
2018-12-10 - 2018-12-12 | Cyril Allgeier Community Center, 4101 Cadillac Court, Louisville, KY, 40213, United States
Preparing for your ISA certification exam? Need CEUs?

Join KAA for this Certification Preparation Course lead by Dr. Bill Fountain, Extension Professor of Arboriculture & Landscape Management, UK Department of Horticulture. 6 ISA Certified CEUs per course day, with the 2-day course total: 12 ISA CEUs.

KAA Certified Arborists Preparation Course:

Monday, December 10 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm & Tuesday, December 11 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Deadline to register for Certified Arborists Preparation Course: Monday, Dec. 7, 2018
Lunch provided both days.

ISA Written Exam: (minimum 10 participants)

Certification exam for ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Specialist, and Municipal Specialist
Exam: Wednesday, December 12, 2018. Exam time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Deadline to register for the exam: November 23, 2018
Please contact us ISA directly for any questions regarding the exam.

Please note: Application for the certification exam must be submitted separately from this course/registration to ISA.

Winter Farming Field Day: Growing, Storing & Preparing
2018-12-05 09:00 - 13:00
The Allen County Cooperative Extension Service and Need More Acres Farm is hosting a field day on winter farming in Scottsville from 9 am – 1 pm.

KCARD AGFP Grant Workshop
2018-12-05 08:30 - 15:30 | Logan Co Extension Office, 255 John Paul Rd, Russellville, KY, 42276, United States

Feeding the Crop: Soil Health and Crop Fertility for Produce
2018-12-04 18:00 - 19:00

Acres U.S.A. Eco-Ag Conference and Trade Show
2018-12-04 - 2018-12-07
The 43rd annual Acres U.S.A. Eco-Ag Conference and Trade Show will be in Louisville, KY from Dec 4 – 7, 2018. (https://www.acresusa.com/events/2018conference)
The Conference includes Eco-Ag intensive, day-long workshops; seminars; 1-on-1 eco-consultant opportunities; round table discussions, an eco-ag trade show, and film screenings geared toward the beginning to advanced farmer. Keynote speakers include Joel Salatin. Registration is now open https://www.acresusa.com/events/2018conference/registration-19
Volunteer opportunities are available. We offer our volunteers a $200 discount on the conference in exchange for 4 -6 hours. https://www.acresusa.com/events/2018conference/volunteer

KY Small, Limited Resource Minority Farmers Conference
2018-11-13 - 2018-11-15 | Frankfort, KY
Small, limited resource minority farmers are invited to join this farmers conference at the Capital Plaza Hotel, Kentucky State University, and the Kentucky State University Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm, Frankfort. For more information and to register, contact shelley.spiggle@kysu.edu, or call 502-597-6325.

2018 Grower Buyer Meet Up
2018-11-08 08:30 - 14:00 | KSU Research Farm, 1525 Mills Ln, Frankfort, KY, 40601, United States
Opportunities for selling Kentucky-grown produce are increasing and finding the best buyer match is important for a profitable relationship. This Produce Grower-Buyer Meet-Up will be the single largest event bringing together buyers and growers and is co-hosted for the second year by the Kentucky Vegetable Growers Association, the Kentucky Horticulture Council and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.
The event begins promptly at 9 a.m. with buyer introductions. Produce buyers include chefs, retail, and distribution representatives. At the first event last year, 34 buyers were represented including Kroger, Walmart, Houchens, AWG, Whole Foods, Good Foods Co-op and other distributors who reach all levels of grocery outlets.
This year, you will have a chance to meet one-on-one in a “speed date” format to exchange contact information and match up products and needs with these and other key buyers. Face-to-face meetings with experts in food safety, organic production, and marketing will also be offered. A farm tour will be available following the event.

ISA TRAQ Renewal Course (KAA)
2018-11-08 08:00 - 20:00 | Shawnee Golf Course, 460 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY, 40212, United States
The ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) program provides an opportunity for professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education and training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity.

The course includes Tree Biology and Mechanics, Tree Inspection and Assessment, Data Analysis and Risk Categorization, and Risk Reporting. The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) Course prepares the participant to take the TRAQ assessment to become ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified.
The TRAQ Renewal Course is a one-day refresher, with five hours of instruction, and three hours to take the exam. Current TRAQ holders can complete the abbreviated course as early as four years into their qualification. You may complete the TRAQ Renewal Course as early as one year prior to your qualification expiration date. Once you have successfully passed the requirements, you will be given 5 years from the date of your previous expiration allowing you to take full advantage of the 5 year period granted with the credential.
By applying to participate in a TRAQ course, you are agreeing to the terms, conditions, and policies outlined in the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Application Guide. Please review this document before applying for a course.

KCARD AGFP Grant Workshop
2018-11-07 08:30 - 15:30 | KSU Research Farm, 1525 Mills Ln, Frankfort, KY, 40601, United States

Field to Consumer: Food Safety and Quality
2018-11-06 13:00 - 16:00 | UK Horticulture Research Farm
Join the Organic Association of Kentucky as we walk and talk through the primary elements of food safety at the University of Kentucky’s Organic Farming Unit, including Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Good Handling Practices (GHP), and PBPT (Produce Best Practices Training), and how they relate to the entire farming system, including a focus on pack shed design for food quality and safety.
Mark Williams will share UK’s recent GAP audit /certification process as well as lessons learned and modifications made in implementing GAP / GHP throughout the Farm’s systems. UK Extension Food Safety Specialist Paul Vijayakumar and Extension Associate Bryan Brady will provide specifics on FSMA regulations, updates on food safety best practices, and methods for maintaining quality while ensuring product safety.

Year Round High Tunnel Production
2018-11-02 14:00 - 16:00
Magney Legacy Ridge Farm is a small family farm focusing on year-round seasonal vegetable production using high tunnels, low tunnels, and shade cloth. They strive to provide the healthiest vegetables using no till, organic practices to sustain the land for future generations and are, therefore, in transition to Organic Certification. Currently, they grow on less than two acres, including a small greenhouse and four high tunnels, from which they achieve 46 weeks of vegetable production for market.
Host farmer Angela Magney will share with us the practices they use on the Farm to achieve year-round production. Supplemented by the expertise of UK Extension personnel, this OAK Field Day will explore…
· Crop rotation and timing for year-round growing
· Soil health and fertility management
· Irrigation systems, including winter considerations
· Pest management in tunnels via sanitation and cultural practices
Additionally, Angela will provide insight into their success finding and securing local markets. The UK Center for Crop Diversification will extend the discussion considering statewide market data and research. This Field Day is geared towards production farmers and will highlight mid-scale mixed vegetable production. Cost for this Field Day is $5 for OAK Members; $10 non-members. Registration is recommended – register here.

First Friday Event: Appalachian Farm to Table: The Wrigley Taproom & Eatery
2018-11-02 07:30 - 09:00 | ES Good Barn, UK
Join UK’s Food Connection and Executive Chef Kristin Smith of the Wrigley Taproom & Eatery to learn about this amazing farm to table restaurant in Corbin, KY.

Organic Marketing for All
2018-11-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Bourbon Co Extension Office, Paris, KY, United States
The organic market is growing fast, and you’ve committed yourself to life as an organic farmer – but being able to raise a good organic product doesn’t assure you a good price. That final product must also be high quality, consistent, and able to generate a sustainable profit. Production decisions must be aligned with marketing strategies, yet some growers find marketing to be the hardest part of farming.
In this Organic Association of Kentucky workshop tailored specifically to marketing organic products, the Center for Crop Diversification will present several modules from their Marketing for All curriculum. Participants will discover fundamental marketing topics such as knowing your product, understanding your market and customers, and promoting your business.
Through discussion, real farm Q&A, and market research, we’ll dive deeper into pricing strategies and the art of persuasive messaging. Participant interaction will help us design 2019 workshops geared toward grower and producer needs. This Field Day is geared toward production farmers who are interested in selling organic products, and / or improving and expanding their markets. Registration information coming soon.

The Kentucky Tree Climbing Championship
2018-10-13 07:00 - 17:00
The Kentucky Arborists Association is sponsoring the Kentucky Tree Climbing Championship at The Henry Clay Estate (120 Sycamore Road Lexington, KY 40502). This site is going to be great for a tree climbing competition: wonderful trees for the event, great facilities (convenient restrooms), beautiful grounds for spectators to roam, and minutes from downtown Lexington.

Saturday’s events include:

Kids Climb
Food Trucks
Educational Booths
Tree Week Festivities
TCC Vendors

More details (KAA website): http://www.ky-isa.org/ktcc
Event link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-kentucky-tree-climbing-championship-kaa-tcc-tickets-46367417193?aff=ebapi

Tree Week
2018-10-06 - 2018-10-14
Tree Week is October 6th – 14th, 2018. Events are a celebration of Lexington’s trees and all the ways trees impact our lives. This week celebrates and synthesizes the roles trees play through creative, informative and fun-filled activities focusing on: Tree planting; Tree care and tree benefits; Trees in art and culture; Trees’ roles in our bodies, minds & spirits.
Check out the full calendar of events: https://ufi.ca.uky.edu/treeweek2018

First Friday Event: A Family Affair: Lazy Eight Stock Farm
2018-10-05 07:30 - 09:00 | ES Good Barn, UK
Join the UK Food Connection and Lazy Eight Stock Farm (Carla and Bryce Baumann) to hear about a certified organic family farming operation in Madison/Garrard Counties.

Container Nursery Fertility Monitoring Demonstration
2018-10-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Abrams Nursery, 4609 Glenarm Rd, Crestwood, KY, 40014, United States
Join the University of Kentucky Horticulture Department and Abrams Nursery for a demonstration of container nursery fertility monitoring. The Pour Through technique of fertility monitoring will be demonstrated, followed by a discussion on interpreting the results as a part of fertility scheduling. This technique is critical for maintaining fertility levels in container production. Kenton Abram, owner of Abrams Nursery, will share his success with this procedure.
5pm Thursday October 4th, 2018
4609 Glenarm Rd, Crestwood, KY 40014
Contact: Dewayne L. Ingram, Professor of Horticulture, dingram@uky.edu, 859-257-8903

Fragipan Field Day
2018-10-03 08:00 - 12:00
Fragipans – those hard soil layers that restrict water flow and root penetration – can reduce field productivity for horticulture operations. Join researchers for a field day at the UK REC, Princeton, on October 3 to hear about UK studies on breaking down the fragipan hard layer.

Mountain Fest Field Day
2018-09-22 10:00 - 14:00 | RCARS, 130 Robinson Rd., Jackson, KY, 41339
The UK College of Ag Robinson Center for Appalachian Resource Sustainability (RCARS) is hosting the Mountain Fest Field Day in Jackson, KY. Registration begins at 9 am. Take a tour to learn about the research being conducted at the Center, visit exhibits and food vendors, and enjoy a day at the Center.

Horticulture and Pawpaws
2018-09-20 10:00 - 15:00 | KSU Research Farm, 1525 Mills Ln, Frankfort, KY, 40601, United States
Learn about pawpaws and other horticulture crop production including blackberries and sorghum at the September Kentucky State University Third Thursday Thing, at the Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration.

FSMA Grower Training Course
2018-09-20 08:00 - 17:00
Who Should Attend: Fruit and vegetables growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), co-management, and the proposed FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. Any growers who would like to meet the proposed Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in §112.22 (c) At least
one supervisor from the farm must complete food safety training at least equivalent to the standardized curriculum recognized by the FDA.
Cost: $90
Location: Larue County Extension Office, 807 Old Elizabethtown Rd, Hodgenville, KY, 4274
Contact: Daniel Carpenter 270-358-3401

Organic Hemp Production and Research
2018-09-18 13:00 - 15:30
Shawn Lucas, Assistant Professor of Organic Agriculture at KSU, and the KSU Organic Program staff will host this OAK Field Day at KSU’s Harold R Benson Research and Demonstration Farm focusing on KSU’s current organic hemp research, including use of hemp in a grain rotation, and organic soil fertility via integrated livestock production. Three major hemp production aspects – fiber, grain, and nonintoxicating cannabinoids – will be discussed and included in the field tour. Additionally, Doris Hamilton, Kentucky Department of Agriculture Hemp Program Manager, will be on hand to discuss the pilot program, and Chad Rosen, Founder and CEO of Victory Hemp, will share marketing successes of his hemp business and his vision on the future of the hemp industry in Kentucky. Participants will also have the opportunity to extend the learning with an optional visit to KSU’s aquaponic production facilities and heritage hemp operation. Cost for this Field Day is $5 for OAK Members; $10 non-members. Registration is recommended – register here.

ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) Course
2018-09-17 08:00 - 2018-09-19 13:00
The ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) course provides an opportunity for professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education and training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity.
The qualification consists of a 2-day educational course followed by a ½ day assessment that includes both a written and field component. It is required that you attend the course and successfully complete the assessment in order to receive this qualification.”

Instructor: Dr. Bill Fountain, Extension Professor of Arboriculture & Landscape Management, UK Department of Horticulture

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/isa-tree-risk-assessment-qualifications-traq-course-september-2018-tickets-46530858049?aff=ebapi

KNLA Summer Outing 2018
2018-09-13 08:00 - 18:00 | City Place, LaGrange, KY, 112 S. 1st Ave, LaGrange, KY, 40031, United States
Join the Kentucky Nursery and Landscape Association (KNLA) for the summer educational program. The event is getting back to the basics a little bit this year and bringing in speakers and exhibitors that can help you in your day-to-day business. There will be something for everyone, from the landscaper, grower, designer, to billing specialist, fleet manager, etc. Everyone is welcome and we’ll be sure to have something new and valuable for them to learn.

High Tunnel Field Day
2018-09-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Good Thymes Farm, 6909 W. Highway 92, Williamsburg, KY, United States
