Kentucky youth participate in inaugural Equine Is For All

By Christopher Carney
Published on Dec. 1, 2023

The event provided young Kentucky students, from all backgrounds, an opportunity to learn about equine and demonstrate the basics of leading, moving and caring for horses. 

Kentucky agriculture navigating 2024 economic headwinds and opportunities

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 30, 2023

Following two years of growth, Kentucky's agricultural economy will likely begin to see a slight downturn.

UK Agriculture Education recognized as top program by peers at national convention

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 29, 2023

The University of Kentucky AgEd program’s student organization was evaluated on four service areas for this national honor.

Registration open for 2024 Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 28, 2023

Registration is now open for the 2024 Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference, inviting Kentucky produce growers to interact and gain valuable production and marketing training.

Kentucky Master Naturalist Program launches spring 2024 training cohort

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 20, 2023

Registration is now open for the Spring 2024 Kentucky Master Naturalist Program training cohort.

Kentucky 4-H alum conquers Appalachian Trail using stepping stones for life

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 17, 2023

Clay Comer completes a 2,200 mile journey, a challenge that tested physical endurance, and mental power, which began at Kentucky 4-H.

University of Kentucky students serve healthy, balanced meals to community through Meals on Wings

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 16, 2023

UK students volunteer at the Campus Kitchen in collecting, organizing and delivering nutritious meals through the Meals on Wings program — embodying dedication to reducing food waste, and addressing food and nutrition disparities.

University of Kentucky researcher is a driving force in tar spot research for corn producers

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 15, 2023

A University of Kentucky researcher is helping corn producers nationwide avoid crop losses due to a rising, understudied disease.

UK researchers warn that recent weather could be problematic for mares grazing tall fescue pastures

Published on Nov. 14, 2023

Kentucky’s late summer drought, followed by mild/late fall weather and recent rains could put mares at risk.

UK students and TreesLouisville transform a major city's canopy and community

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 13, 2023

Louisville is experiencing a significant environmental improvement, driven in part by University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment students.