University of Kentucky Beam Institute announces keynote, calls for speakers for 2025 Industry Conference

By Grace Sowards
Published on Sep. 10, 2024

The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits is hosting its sixth annual Industry Conference March 17-19, 2025.

UK faculty roll out Food, Farming and Community curriculum for Kentucky middle school students, 4-H youth

By Grace Sowards
Published on Sep. 6, 2024

Nicole Breazeale and Stacy Vincent, faculty members in the Department of Community and Leadership Development at UK, have launched programming to teach youth across the Commonwealth where their food comes from and how to participate in local food systems.

Foster success at the 2024 Fall Kentucky Intermediate Grazing School

By Christopher Carney
Published on Sep. 5, 2024

The 2024 Fall Kentucky Intermediate Grazing School promises an immersive experience for livestock producers Sept. 25-26.

UK Land-grant Engagement launches second annual call for proposals

By Hayley Pierce and
Published on Sep. 5, 2024

Grant funds will support innovative projects to improve lives and communities in Kentucky. Proposals accepted until Oct. 10.

University of Kentucky leads international effort to combat debilitating crop fungus

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 5, 2024

Thanks to a USDA-NIFA grant, UK is spearheading an initiative to predict and fight Fusarium graminearum, safeguarding both crop yields and food safety for future generations.

UK Extension Summer Internship Program impacts students, local communities across the Commonwealth

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Sep. 4, 2024

Summer interns, including students from the University of Kentucky, gain valuable project-based experience while serving local communities through Cooperative Extension.

From Lexington to NYC: University of Kentucky student earns Victoria’s Secret internship 

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Aug. 30, 2024

A University of Kentucky senior in the Department of Retailing and Tourism Management spent 12 weeks in New York City for an impactful internship experience.

UK Farm and Facilities Expo showcases horse farm management for participants

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 29, 2024

The annual Farm and Facilities Expo on Sept. 5 explores important aspects of equestrian facility ownership.

Martin-Gatton CAFE to host Kentucky Signature Industries Career Fair

By Grace Sowards
Published on Aug. 29, 2024

The Kentucky Signature Industries Fair brings together stakeholders from the equine and spirits industries to educate students on post-graduation career options.

UK graduate student named National Corn Growers Association Research Ambassador 

By Christopher Carney
Published on Aug. 27, 2024

The National Corn Growers Association named University of Kentucky graduate student Travis Banet as a 2023-2024 Research Ambassador, one of eight students awarded nationally.