Kentucky State Farmer Field Day promotes blooms, bees, and biodiversity.

On July 7, Kentucky State University hosted the “Blooms, Bees, and Biodiversity for Thriving Farms” field day at its Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm, attracting 33 participants. The event, organized by the Kentucky State organic agriculture team and the Organic Association of Kentucky, focused on organic flower production, honeybee management, and establishing pollinator habitats.

Participants began by exploring weed management strategies in the farm's cut flower plots, comparing wood mulch, landscape fabric, and organic herbicides. Effective weed control is crucial in cut flower production as it prevents competition for vital resources like water and sunlight, allowing attendees to evaluate various management practices.