Winter Wheat Meeting 2025
The University of Kentucky Wheat Science Group welcomes wheat growers, industry professionals and crop advisers to the Winter Wheat Meeting on Feb. 4, 2025.Attendees will hear from a range...
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New training program hopes to increase presence of Kentucky beginning farmers
Funding from the USDA will help develop and train farmers just starting out.
'DNA doesn't lie': New genetic study illuminates genetic diversity in North American Thoroughbreds
By pinpointing genetic risks early on, Thoroughbred breeders could avoid harmful genetic pairings.
‘Beauty can persevere’: UKREC at Princeton shares daylilies for preservation
After surviving the 2021 tornado, daylilies at the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center needed to be relocated for renovations and were donated to other UK properties.
‘Making the choice to just do it’: UK alum discovers career as a performance dietitian
Performance and registered dietitian nutritionist Kelci McHugh believes that choosing an unconventional path was one of her best decisions.
UK student is ‘one in a million’ as she begins journey as National FFA Officer
Caroline Groth, a student in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, will serve as Eastern Region Vice President in 2025.
The ‘spirit’ of UK's Didactic Program in Dietetics: Alumna is now giving back to the program that guided her
The University of Kentucky equipped Alex Scott to work in community- and agriculture-focused nutrition at a leading grassroots organization for cattle producers in the state.
James B. Beam Institute opens registration for 2025 Industry Conference
The sixth annual James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits Industry Conference will be March 17-19 at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center.
How the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory supports animals, agriculture and public health
The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is not merely an animal clinic or hospital; it is a highly specialized operation that combines science with necessity.
Kentucky agriculture expects highs and lows in 2025
While 2024 provided a mixed bag of economic factors in 2024, Kentucky farmers face a multitude of challenges heading into 2025.
Long-time extension leader, scholar named dean, VP for land-grant engagement
Laura Stephenson has been named vice president for land-grant engagement and dean of the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.
University of Kentucky launches new undergraduate certificate in agricultural leadership
The Agricultural Leadership Certificate prepares students to enter the agricultural industry by developing marketable skills and leadership experience.
University of Kentucky to host second annual Pre-Veterinary Experience Day Feb. 15
A unique opportunity for students interested in veterinary medicine to connect with veterinarians, advisors and industry partners from a variety of career paths.
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Kentucky Crop Health Conference 2025
With spring planting just around the corner, farmers and agronomic professionals are preparing to tackle pest management challenges at the Kentucky Crop Health Conference (KCHC) slated for Feb. 6....
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Kentucky Forest Health Conference 2025
The University of Kentucky’s annual Forest Health Conference returns Feb. 6, bringing together forestry professionals, landowners and the community to learn about the latest in forest health and...
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Kentucky Maple Days 2025
Kentucky Maple Days are a celebration and educational event all rolled into one.Join the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service and the Kentucky Maple Syrup...
Join us in welcoming Dr. Laura Stephenson as the new VP for Land-grant Engagement and Dean of @UKAgriculture. With 35+ years of experience, she’s a champion for Kentucky’s communities and agriculture. → http://go.uky.edu/stephenson
We are SO proud of our graduates! Congratulations to all of you, and we hope you are celebrating your brilliance and dedication.
Starting in spring 2025, Martin-Gatton CAFE is offering an agricultural leadership certificate that aims to create a pathway for students seeking to enter the agriculture industry. Learn more >> https://bit.ly/4f374Wg
