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Radio Programs- Pre-recorded radio programs are offered to commercial radio stations and to county Extension agents via audio compact disks and tape.

Ag Programs
July 30 - August 3

Eliminating Weeds in Pasture Areas
Weeds can be easily controlled in pastures by using environmentally friendly techniques.

Identifying Tobacco Insects
Tobacco bud worms and tobacco horn worms are just two of the insects that can devastate tobacco crops in Kentucky.

Constructing Your Own Specialized Building
A farmer can build specialized facilities without the help of professional contractors.

Harvesting Alfalfa at the Right Time
By cutting alfalfa at exactly the right time farmers can drastically increase yields while at the same time decreasing disease.

Increasing Poultry Production in Kentucky
The increasing presence of poultry production in Kentucky will continue to be profitable for years to come.

Ag Programs
July 23 - July 27

Controlling Bacterial Diseases of Vegetable Crops
Bacterial diseases can have a significant effect on vegetable production in the Ohio River Valley.

Using Milk Options as Insurance for Dairy Farmers
As a result of decreased milk production and increased demand, the milk prices that dairy farmers are receiving is on the increase.

Promoting Risk Management Tools for Dairy Farmers
There are tools available to help farmers manage price risks.

Mowing Your Lawn in the Summertime.
Careful mowing of your lawn during the summer months can pay big dividends with a healthier turf.

Detecting and Fighting Japanese Beetles in Crops
The Japanese Beetle is a problem insect that feeds on field crops and ornamental plants as well.

Ag Programs
July 16 - July 20

Selecting Blue Mold Control Measures
Cultural practices and Chemical Safeguards assist in controlling Bluemold.

Using Artificial Insemination in the Dairy Industry
Dairy operations using A.I. have a number of advantages over enterprises still using bulls.

Growing Tall Fescue in Your Lawn
One of the very best choices of grass for Kentucky homeowners is tall fescue.

Adding Value in Sheep Production
Kentucky producers need to add more value to their farm enterprises as we move away from tobacco-based enterprises.

Interpreting Soil Test Reports
Soil tests can be extremely useful for anyone planting in crops or putting in landscape material.

Ag Programs
July 9 - July13

Navigating Through The Phase One Process
The development of county plans is only one of the processes in the phase on process.

Renovating Your Strawberry Patch
Renovation of your strawberries should be done after the crop is harvested and be sure to check the planting is healthy.

Financing A Tobacco Quota Buyout
Buyout packages can only be financed by the government.

Developing A Non-Timber Enterprise
There are many options for non-timber enterprises such as pine cones and mushrooms.

Raising Meat Goats For Alternative Income
Meat goats have heavier muscles, grow faster and breed less.  They also require more management.

Ag Programs
July 2 - July 6

Managing Cow And Calf Operations
Production resources and market trends are two ways to begin long run plans for your beef operations.

Monitoring Corn Insects On Your Crops
Since there are low cow prices this year, corn growers should begin treatment at 35% to eliminate the insects as soon as possible.

Controlling Apple Disease
There are many diseases that appear on apples before harvest and in moist areas.

Early Season Tobacco Problems
Premature blooming will cause the plant to have a distinct appearance and is caused from a long period of cloudy weather.

Early Blight In The Tomato Garden
Early blight causes the tomato plant's lower leaves to dry up and die.