Virtual 4-H/FFA Field Day
Join us for a Virtual 4-H/FFA Field Day at the University of Kentucky. Register now by April 1 >> https://www.ca.uky.edu/ukfieldday
Diversity & Inclusion
We create a welcoming and inclusive environment that allows our faculty, staff and students to reach their highest potential. We recognize people with diverse backgrounds and experiences are essential to decision making, problem solving and innovation.
Office of Diversity
UK Alumna Carves a Life of Global Agriculture Service and Adventure
Sarah Marshall works in Zimbabwe as a deputy director for the Office of Humanitarian Assistance and Resilience in the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Farmer-Researcher Partnerships are Backbone of Agricultural Advances
Thanks to farmers who are willing to share their land for research, agriculture is advancing in fields across Kentucky. Scientists in the UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment engage with an extensive network of producers in all disciplines.
Solving Plant Mysteries Goal of UK Student
Growing up, University of Kentucky graduate student Cristina Castellano thought she might like to be a forensic scientist, but her interest in agriculture steered her toward plant pathology, which she terms as “the forensic scientist of the plant world.”
New Crop, Healthier Soils
Cereal rye shows promise as an alternative crop for Kentucky producers.
Innovative Partnerships
We prioritize unique, multidisciplinary collaborations. This approach allows us to discover creative solutions to issues in Kentucky and in the World. Our students benefit from these partnerships and enter the workforce with diverse education, research, service and real-world experiences.
PartnershipsAcademics
From clinics to kitchens, parks to politics, our graduates are improving lives across Kentucky and beyond. Take a look at what we have to offer, and you'll find an uncommon opportunity awaits you.
Browse ProgramsExtension
The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service provides practical education and resources to help people, businesses, and communities work together to solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future.
Your ExtensionResearch
We provide the support and infrastructure to facilitate and expedite solutions to important unanswered questions that impact agriculture, the environment and the health and well-being of society, at home and abroad.
Explore ProjectsTransformative Research
For more than 130 years, CAFE faculty have provided research results to farmers and residents. Our researchers address challenges with agribusiness, consumers, food processing, nutrition, community development, soil and water resources, the environment and international trade. From traditional labs and research farms to high-tech diagnostic and research centers, we offer science-based, practical solutions that impact the everyday lives of Kentuckians and people around the world.
College ResearchInternational Reach
We seek to prepare highly motivated and culturally adaptive graduates who are competitive in the global economy. We teach them to build and nurture relationships with people in Kentucky and around the world. We find opportunities and provide resources for international study, research and professional work.
International Programs Education Abroad12
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CAFE LLP Meet and Greet
The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) is hosting a virtual meet and greet for its Living Learning Program (LLP) on Tuesday, April 13 at 4:00 p.m. (EST).This event is for Fall 2021...
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One Day for UK 2021
One Day for UK is a celebration of the University of Kentucky. For 24 hours, alumni, friends, faculty, staff and fans can support their favorite college, program or cause.
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Spring 2021 Commencement
We are excited to announce that, for May 2021, we plan to hold UK's Commencement Ceremonies in person, at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, over the weekend of Friday, May 14th-Sunday, May 16th....
Last week, @ckkentucky reopened after new design + renovations transformed the group’s kitchen and dining area to better create a sense of community centered on food.
Spring is in bloom 🌸 Make it a good one, Cats!
Commencement will be held in person Friday, May 14-Sunday, May 16. May, August + December 2020 graduates are also invited to participate 🎓
