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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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35% Women in Ag Conference

Author: Vicki Shadrick

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

35% Women in Ag Conference

The 2022 US Ag Census reported that women make up 35% of the total producers in Kentucky. In response, ANR agents from Henderson, Union, Webster, and Crittenden counties collaborated to plan, implement, and evaluate the "35% Women in Agriculture Conference," held on March 14th, 2025, at the Union County Fairgrounds.The conference featured five hands-on sessions led by extension specialists, emergency management services, and local producers. Topics included basic first aid, planter and

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Progressive Agriculture Farm Safety Day

Author: John Tucker

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Hickman County, is deeply rooted in agricultural tradition. Since its founding, the county’s economy, culture, and community values have been shaped by generations of farm families. Agriculture remains a way of life, and many young residents are actively engaged in farming activities from an early age.Recognizing the importance of equipping youth with the knowledge and skills to stay safe on the farm, the Hickman County Extension Office collaborated with Hickman County Schools, Hickman Cou

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Todd County Farmer Outreach

Author: Traci Johnson

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Todd County Farmer Outreach

Todd County is home to many types of agriculture enterprises.  According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture, crop and livestock sales are nearly equal, with marketed crop value at 124 million dollars and marketed livestock value at 100 million dollars.  Top enterprises include grain crops, tobacco, poultry and eggs, cattle and milk, vegetables, and nursery/greenhouse crops.  Strengthening the local food and agriculture industry is one of the top three issues identified in Universit

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Farm Transition Program

Author: Adam Huber

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

The average age of US farmers increases every year.  More and more families, operators, and farm organizations are becoming alarmed as more and more farms are lost.  Farm transition from one operator to the next is in the spotlight.  UK and KSU agriculture extension agents in the West 8 area identified a need for programming on farm transition planning and implementation.   The need was identified after County Extension Councils were polled in preparation for 2025 Plan of Wor

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2025 Area Winter Meetings

Author: Joseph Ray

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

2025 Area Winter Meetings

To support the educational needs of agricultural producers, the ANR Agents in Boyle, Garrard, Lincoln, and Mercer counties collaborated to host a series of winter educational meetings. This year, these meetings catered to forage producers, cattle backgrounders, grain crop producers, and tobacco growers, covering a range of timely and relevant topics.Key topics included pasture renovation after drought, parasite control, soybean disease management, grain bin safety, new hay technologies, and risk

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Farm Transition Program

Author: Timothy Estes

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Describe the Issue or Situation.The average age of US farmers increases every year.  More and more families, operators, and farm organizations are becoming alarmed as more and more farms are lost.  Farm transition from one operator to the next is in the spotlight.  UK and KSU agriculture extension agents in the West 8 area identified a need for programming on farm transition planning and implementation.   The need was identified after County Extension Councils were polled in

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Farm Transition Program for W8

Author: Christopher Schalk

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Describe the Issue or Situation.The average age of US farmers increases every year.  More and more families, operators, and farm organizations are becoming alarmed as more and more farms are lost.  Farm transition from one operator to the next is in the spotlight.  UK and KSU agriculture extension agents in the West 8 area identified a need for programming on farm transition planning and implementation.   The need was identified after County Extension Councils were polled in

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Farm Transitions Program

Author: Gary Bell

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Describe the Issue or Situation.The average age of US farmers increases every year.  More and more families, operators, and farm organizations are becoming alarmed as more and more farms are lost.  Farm transition from one operator to the next is in the spotlight.  UK and KSU agriculture extension agents in the West 8 area identified a need for programming on farm transition planning and implementation.   The need was identified after County Extension Councils were polled in

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Securing the Future of Your Farm

Author: Megan Wetenkamp

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

According to the 2000 and 2022 US Agriculture Census, Kentucky has lost 1.4 million acres of farmland and 17,000 farms in 20 years. From 2017-2022 Kentucky lost 4% of farms. In that same time between 2017-2022, Henry County farm numbers decreased by 6.7% (KY by the Numbers).  Partnering with the Trimble County ANR Agent a seven-part series on farm estate planning was designed. Each session covered a different topic. The first session was the best attended with 68 producers. The first sessio

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Annie's Project: Empowering Farm Women

Author: Joanna Coles

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Women in agriculture play a vital role in farm operations, yet they often face unique challenges. The Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Agents in Logan and Warren County and the Horticulture Extension Agent in Warren County partnered to design, coordinate, and implement the 2025 Logan/Warren County Annie’s Project. This program served as a beacon of empowerment for women in agriculture, aiming to enhance their understanding of financial, human, legal, production, and marketing

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Farm Transition Workshop

Author: Tyler London

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Describe the Issue or Situation.The average age of US farmers increases every year.   More and more families, operators, and farm organizations are becoming alarmed as more and more farms are lost.   Farm transition from one operator to the next is in the spotlight.  UK and KSU agriculture extension agents in the West 8 area identified a need for programming on farm transition planning and implementation.   The need was identified after County Extension Councils were polled i

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Farm Transition Program

Author: Jacob Hall

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

2025 Annual Farm Transition Program              The average age of US farmers increases every year. More and more families, operators, and farm organizations are becoming alarmed as more and more farms are lost. Farm transition from one operator to the next is in the spotlight. UK and KSU agriculture extension agents in the West 8 area identified a need for programming on farm transition planning and implementation. The need was identified after County Extensi

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2025 Winter School

Author: Levi Berg

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

According to the 2022 Ag Census, Clark County have over 800 farms and over $45,000,000 in agricultural sales with livestock sales equaling 68% of total sales. Also Clark county has over 16,000 households according to the United States Census Bureau. With this knowledge, the Clark County Extension Office worked to hold the 2025 Winter School. The purpose of the 2025 Winter School was to hold a four day series covering nutritional needs of cattle, hay production, legal animal ownership responsibil

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Greenup County Estate Planning Workshop

Author: Linda Hieneman

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Estate Planning can be a difficult process for many families.  There are often more questions than answers when individuals begin to prepare to take on planning without the assistance of a professional.  This can lead to individuals becoming frustrated and not finishing their estate plan.The Greenup County Extension Agents for Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture & Natural Resources participated in a mini grant funded by University of Kentucky and Kentucky State Universit

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Lunch and Learn Series

Author: Chelsea Sapp

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Chelsea SappApril 8, 2025Success Story #2                                                                        Lunch and Learn Series Success                                                  &n

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Daviess County Agricultural Development Fund Investments

Author: Clinton Hardy

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

A  unique piece of legislation known as House Bill 611 became law during the 2000 General Assembly, this law would come to have a profound impact on agriculture across the state, specifically Daviess County. The purpose was to distribute 50 percent of the state monies received from the Master Settlement Agreement for the general purpose of agricultural development in the Commonwealth.  The goal for these funds was to financially support innovative proposals that increase net farm incom

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2025 Annie's Project

Author: Kristin Hildabrand

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Women in agriculture, who play a crucial role in farm operations, often confront unique challenges. The Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Agents in Logan and Warren County and the Horticulture Extension Agent in Warren County joined forces to design, coordinate, and implement the 2025 Logan/Warren County Annie's Project. This program, a beacon of empowerment for women in agriculture, aimed to bolster their understanding of financial, human, legal, production, and marketing risks.

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Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2

Author: Jessica Morris

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2

After successful BSE Clinics last year, area Ag agents applied for and received funding to host two clinics again this year from ANR mini grants provided by the Associate Director of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Last year the agents recognized that after the initial clinic there was positive momentum building behind educating others as to the importance of getting bulls tested prior to the breeding season. Unfortunate for those who had bulls failed, their testimony made others realize this

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Acting Associate Dean & Director — Craig Wood, Ph.D.
S107 Ag. Science Center North
Lexington, KY 40546-0091
+1 (859) 257-4302

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