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We are providing relational resources to help people, businesses, and communities work together to solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future.

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We are providing the support and infrastructure to facilitate and expedite solutions to important unanswered questions that impact agriculture, the environment and everyone.

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Join us as we build spacious teaching environments, high-tech research labs and meaningful community engagement facilities that serve the commonwealth like never before.

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We foster meaningful connections that empower all to engage fully in their learning, teaching and research.

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We are prioritizing unique, multidisciplinary collaborations — allowing us to discover creative solutions to issues in Kentucky and beyond.

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We are preparing our students and graduates to be competitive in the global economy, building and nurturing relationships here and abroad.

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Events Calendar

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Jun
Dew on seedlings at Endeavor Farm

Equine Field Day 2025

Join us at the Equine Field Day 2025 from 4-8 p.m. EDT Monday, June 23 at Endeavor Farm in Versailles, Kentucky.The event will highlight what real-world farms can accomplish through small...

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Jun
drone at UKREC Princeton

KATS Drone Pilot Certification Workshop

An intensive workshop to prepare candidates for the FAA's Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification Exam.Fee: $400 for two-day courseExam: $175Lunch provided both days, and study materials included. ...

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Jul
LaRue County High School's team earned the top spot in 2019, 2021, and 2024.

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...

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Jul
Yellow illustration with text An Evening on the Farm Lincoln Trail Area Event

Lincoln Trail Area Alumni Event: An Evening on the Farm

All alumni, friends and families are invited to join us for tastings by Log Still Distillery and Preservation Distillery, a petting zoo and food truck.Hosted by the Martin-Gatton College of...

 



"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

UK Extension launches strike teams — a new response and recovery initiative to weather disasters



With weather disasters on the rise, @UKExtension in partnership with @KyStateU, is launching a statewide initiative to better prepare for and respond to emergencies. The goal? Stronger coordination, faster recovery and safer outcomes for Kentuckians. Learn more >>


The Beam Institute's inaugural Commercialization of Distilled Spirits course students pose for a group photo with honorary professor Herb Heneman in JBBI's on-site barrel house. Photo courtesy of Herb Heneman.



‘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





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