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Agriculture Radio News Archives
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
February 25 - March 1 2002
Getting Serious in The Dairy Business
One farm family really got serious about making money in the dairy business and they did by paying attention to their management practices.
Developing a Weed Management Plan For Alfalfa
Weeds in perennial alfalfa fields can reduce yields Good management can reduce the losses.
Selecting Tobacco Float Bed Fungicides
Tobacco producers have some new fungicides to help in tobacco float beds this year.
Marketing Locally Produced Meats
Research on marketing locally produced meats is interesting and helpful information.
Reducing Risks on the Farm
Farming can be hazardous, but farmers can protect themselves and their families by using safety practices.
Ag Programs
February 18 - February 22 2002
Evaluating The Income Potential of a Tobacco Crop
Tobacco prices, pool stocks and quota levels are all stabilizing due to improved world supply and demand balance and stabilized domestic demand.
Generating Income From Small Ruminants
Small ruminants, such as goats, can provide income for small family farms.
Reducing Fuminosin Contamination by Using BT Corn
European corn borer can be a contributor to fumanisan contamination in corn.
Increasing Occurrence of Day Lily Rust
A new day lily rust is being seen in Kentucky and it needs to be properly identified to be controlled.
Preparing a Good Lawn For Spring
Fertilization and mowing in the fall can contribute to a great lawn, but steps can be taken in the spring if these steps were skipped.
Ag Programs
February 11 - February 15 2002
Reviewing the History of Tobacco Viruses
To understand tobacco virus problems today, look at the history of disease resistance in varieties over time.
Finding the Right Logs for Growing Shitake Mushrooms
Using your own woodlands to select logs to grow shitake mushrooms is ideal, but the logs can be obtained elsewhere.
Reducing Weevil Damage on Alfalfa
The alfalfa weevil is the key pest of the first cutting of alfalfa in established fields.
Selecting Tobacco Seeds for the Growing Season
Did the variety of tobacco you grew last year perform well for you? If not, there are lots of choices.
Surveying Kentucky's Fruit and Vegetable Crops
The short and long term market outlook for fresh produce is extremely favorable because the per capita consumption continues to rise.
Ag Programs
February 4 - February 8 2002
Renovating Pastures
Keys to success include good seed to soil contact, controlling grass competition and variety choice.
Selecting An Alfalfa Variety
There are several reasons you could lose a stand of alfalfa over the winter. Variety choice can help eliminate the problem.
Maintaining Farm Records
Keeping farm records starts with setting up how you will keep them and how they will be maintained.
Knowing The Correct Way To Feed Your Horse
Know how much to feed your horse by weighing the grain and analyzing forages.
Saving Money in Timber Sales
Planning the sale of your timber requires looking at the tax implications of the terms of the contract.
Ag Programs
January 28 - February 1 2002
Controlling Weeds in Alfalfa
Controlling weeds in alfalfa can accomplished by identifying weeds present and targeting them in your control program.
Increasing Interest in Ecotourism
Ecotourism involves drawing in visitors that want to learn about an ecologically special environment.
Growing Mushrooms as an Alternative Crop
Growing shitake mushrooms can become a profitable venture from your woodland management.
Developing Cooperative Ventures in Kentucky
Many good products developed on the farm fail, but cooperative ventures can increase chances of success.
Following Safety Rules With Generators
If you have a standby generator, there are some special precautions to take.
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