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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
March 25 - March 29
Reducing Tobacco Disease with Rotation
Rotation is the most effective tool tobacco farmers have in their fight against tobacco diseases.
Maintaining Float Bed Fertility
Fertilizer levels in the float bed water must be maintained at proper levels to result in strong plant growth.
Demonstrating Vegetable Production Success
Last year the UK College of Agriculture worked with cooperators to determine the feasibility of vegetable production success in Kentucky.
Enhancing Spring Forage Production
Balancing your applications of fertilizers in forage production is important to maximum production.
Attending New Foals
Each foal needs to pass certain milestones soon after birth and you should watch for these to give your foal a great start.
Ag Programs
March 18 - March 22
Scouting for Corn Diplodia Ear Rot
Diplodia Ear Rot can cause problems for corn producers but rotation can help control the problem.
Preventing Grass Tetany in Cattle
Cattle need to consume 20-30 grams of magnesium daily to prevent grass tetany.
Buying Pesticides from Telemarketers
Should you talk to a telemarketer about your pesticide purchases? Sometimes products sold over the phone have lower levels of active ingredients.
Building on Small And Large Acreages
Plans for many types of farm buildings are available at Agricultural Engineering at U.K.
Selecting Dairy Sires
Dairy farms with holsteins should select A.I. sires with calving ease scores near or below breed average to use on heifers.
Ag Programs
March 11 - March 15
Maintaining Reproductive Efficiency
Many factors affect reproductive efficiency of cattle. Paying attention to these details can make you money.
Meeting Cattle Improvement Program Requirements
Many beef producers will be getting money this year through the cattle genetic improvement program.
Managing Neo-Natal Care of Livestock
Neo-natal preparation begins in late gestation and continues through evaluation of the cows as good mothers.
Utilizing Disease Resistant Grape Varieties
Grape diseases limit grape production and all strategies should be used to deal with them.
Examining Fruit and Vegetable Origins
Many of our commonly used fruits and vegetables have exotic origins and interesting histories.
Ag Programs
March 4 - March 8
Controlling Diseases in Early Stage Tobacco Production
Management of transplant production to minimize infectious diseases is a very important aspect of tobacco production.
Preventing Resistance When Growing Bt Corn
The use of Bt corn varieties may solve the problem of European Corn Borers, but resistance must be considered.
Understanding the Farm Economy During Recession
Rural areas have a larger portion of their economy tied to agriculture and have suffered from the current recession.
Anticipating New Foals
Foaling is always exciting, but especially for horse owners new to this process.
Profiting From Christmas Tree Production
Christmas trees can be a profitable business venture, but it does take time to grow them to marketable size.
Ag Programs
February 25 - March 1
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.
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