A new CEDIK study has found agriculture’s total impact on Kentucky’s economy equaled $45.6 billion in 2013, an 8.3 percent increase over 2007.
Powerful Potential
Elisa D'Angelo built a wetland with powerful potential—a system that removes toxic elements that might leach out of coal slurry impoundments.
Rainy Days and Outcomes
UKAg researchers look long-term at the ramifications of acid rain.
Form Matters
An interdisciplinary team of UK Animal and Food Sciences researchers conducted trials to evaluate the most effective form of selenium to include in cattle mineral mixes.
Teach Them Young
Through 4-H environmental camps, students gain an appreciation for the natural world.
A Future as Wide as All Outdoors
The NRES program gives students a baseline of common knowledge from which they can branch out into areas that interest them.
Seasoned by Fire
When flames lapped at Kentucky's forests this fall, the UK Fire Cats were on hand to beat them back.
College News
February 18, 2015
Livestock producers need to protect animals from record-breaking cold.
February 13, 2015
UK faculty, staff and students may register for the 2015 season of the UK CSA, which provides them with a weekly share of fresh, certified organic vegetables from May through October.
Serving All of Kentucky
Our Land-Grant Values
The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment was founded as, and remains a land-grant institution, committed to improving the quality of life for Kentuckians. Our research, teaching, and extension programs are part of a national system that maintains a statewide presence and links local, state, and global issues. Agriculture, food, and environmental systems are key components of Kentucky’s economic future, and the college is playing a prominent role in those areas with its programs.
Learning
Enhancing access to educational opportunities for all.
Discovery
Expanding Knowledge through research.
Engagement
Collaborating with diverse institutions, communities, and people to improve lives.