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UK faculty member helps transform agriculture and conservation with ruminant genome research
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 8, 2024
Theodore Kalbfleisch embraces an open science model, ensuring that data and results are freely accessible to the global research community.
UK distinguished alumnus, former extension specialist to be honored with museum exhibit
By
Bailey Vandiver
Published on Aug. 7, 2024
Ira E. Massie is a graduate of the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and was a longtime UK Cooperative Extension specialist nicknamed “Mr. Tobacco.”
New report from University of Kentucky and Sierra Club shows nature’s healing powers for military veterans
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 7, 2024
Outdoor activities help veterans with injuries and disabilities, including post-traumatic stress disorder.
Building blocks for life: UK researchers uncover how legumes select nitrogen-fixing bacterial partners
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 5, 2024
The discovery offers a substantial understanding of how legumes have evolved to form specific bacterial partnerships.
Scott Smith tapped to lead The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Aug. 2, 2024
Former Dean of the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Scott Smith is the new acting director of The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky, a 100-acre public garden on the University of Kentucky campus.
University of Kentucky hosts regional conference for agricultural advancement, community well-being and economic growth
By
Derrick Meads
Published on Aug. 1, 2024
The University of Kentucky, in partnership with Kentucky State University, hosted agricultural leaders from across the south on July 26-28.
Neighbors helping neighbors: UK Urban Forest Initiative unveils revitalization project in Eastern Kentucky community
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 1, 2024
The Urban Forest Initiative is hoping Wayland’s revitalization is just the beginning for towns affected by Eastern Kentucky flooding.
Beam Institute hires first class of interns
By
Grace Sowards
Published on Jul. 29, 2024
The eight students selected for the Beam Institute internship program have been working in the distillery on campus since June.
Gatton Foundation Professorships announced, supporting innovative research in advancing Kentucky
By
Christopher Carney
Published on Jul. 26, 2024
A group of University of Kentucky researchers are Gatton Foundation Professors, recognizing faculty with funding resources to solve complex agriculture and societal challenges.
University of Kentucky promotes farmer collaboration through Good Idea Shop Talks
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jul. 25, 2024
The online workshops foster farmer-to-farmer learning about conservation practices to regional producers and beyond. This is the second season of Good Idea Shop Talks, following a successful debut in January.