Steven Price

The University of Kentucky Office of the Provost has recently appointed Steven Price as Chair of the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR) at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Price’s administrative appointment begins Feb. 1 and concludes Jan. 31, 2032. “Dr. Price is an outstanding scholar, mentor and leader who understands the critical role forests and natural resources play in Kentucky’s economy, environment and communities,” said Laura Stephenson, vice president for land-grant engagement and dean of the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. “His vision for FNR aligns with our land-grant mission to advance discovery, educate the next generation of leaders and support communities throughout Kentucky.” With woodlands in each of the 120 counties and forest industries in 110 counties, Kentucky’s forests contribute approximately $20 billion to the Commonwealth’s economy annually. For Price, advancing the college’s commitment to supporting Kentucky’s woodlands starts with UK’s people within the FNR Department.