Wheat Field Day 2025
Join the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center (UKREC) for their annual Wheat Field Day on Tuesday, May 13.In addition to providing detailed sessions on the unique...
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A behind-the-scenes look at the University of Kentucky’s first-ever bourbon release
The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits successfully launched WildCask bourbon, a brand concept brought to fruition by University of Kentucky students.
University of Kentucky forestry students assist in reforesting former mine site in Hazard
UK forestry students are working with stakeholders and members of the community to help reforest the Commonwealth.
UK student leader connects peers with agriculture industry through Agriculture Future of America
Miranda Donnelly is the University of Kentucky's college ambassador for Agriculture Future of America, which helps students find their home within agriculture.
‘Resiliently Rooted: From Roots to Canopy’ brings urban forestry and art together
Beginning as an independent student internship assignment, this public art showcase and competition is bringing over 600 visitors to the University of Kentucky.
‘Everything comes from plants’: UK professor dedicates 35 years to plant pathology
University of Kentucky extension professor Paul Vincelli is leaving a legacy—dedicating more than three decades to the field of plant pathology.
‘Drawing on the community’s needs’: UK landscape architecture students help transform local neighborhood
University of Kentucky students in the landscape architecture program developed design plans to help revitalize a local community in Central Kentucky.
How UK alum Barbara Rice fed astronauts, miners and minds
University of Kentucky alum has found that taking every opportunity available can take one to places they never thought they'd go.
Red meat allergy webinar registration now open
University of Kentucky experts will discuss strategies to reduce tick bites as well as how to live with Alpha-Gal Syndrome on May 29.
UK Research and Education Center celebrates 100 years of environmental innovation
The University of Kentucky’s experiment station in Princeton celebrates its global impact on sustainable agriculture and the Kentucky farmers who drive and adopt these practices on Earth Day.
Bourbon Brood of periodical cicadas ready to sing this spring in Kentucky
University of Kentucky entomologists encourage farmers and homeowners to use non-invasive methods to protect their trees and shrubs.
University of Kentucky scientists reveal new insights into the state’s water quality challenges
Contaminant runoff is a major problem for Kentucky’s waterways. One University of Kentucky professor is hoping to help change all of that.
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KATS Crop Scouting Clinic 2025
Join the Kentucky Agriculture Training School (KATS) for an an interactive crop scouting clinic at the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center on May 15.From 8:30 am...
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University of Kentucky Crop Scouting Competition 2025
Join the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center in Princeton at the annual High School Crop Scouting Competition, a career-focused contest for students interested in production...
"I enjoy watching people grow and develop, and that's what our college does." Hear more from Laura Stephenson about her vision as vice president for land-grant engagement and dean of the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment >> bit.ly/4hyLtHg
At the recent State Extension Conference, extension professionals from @UKExtension and@KyStateU came together to embrace the mission of improving the lives of Kentuckians in all 120 counties.
‘Kentucky Wildcask Bourbon’ will be the first distilled spirit to hit the market coming from @beam_uky @universityofky, the world’s largest teaching distillery. Learn more >> https://bit.ly/4kB4DOK
