Author: Blake Newton
Major Program: Staff Development
In 2022, I worked Dr. Larson (UK Entomology Professor) and Carl Harper (UK Entomology staff, Office of the State Entomologist) to develop the 4-H KY Keepers programs. KY Keepers are a group of 4-Hers from around the state who work to monitor invasive pests. KY Keepers focus their efforts on the Spongy Moth. The Spongy Moth is an invasive insect that is already established in the northeastern United States, where it has defoliated an estimated 95 million acres over the last century and caused abo
Author: Omolola Adedokun
The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Services aims to translate research into actionable knowledge to improve the lives and livelihoods of Kentuckians. The first step in this knowledge translation and program development process is to identify community needs and opportunities. A statewide community needs assessment was conducted between August and December 2023 to understand Kentuckians’ perceptions of the extent to which their communities need practical education and assistan
Author: Irma Johnson
Heir’s property is property that has passed to family members by inheritance without a will or an estate planning strategy. A clouded title exists because the land remains deeded to the estate of the original deceased owner. As tenants in common, each heir has equal rights to use and occupy the land. Without a clear title, heirs can have legal and financial issues managing the property. They may have issues selling the property, using it as collateral for financing and be at greater risk o
