News Archive: Crops
First test plot of malaria-fighting plant a success at UK farm
By
Jeff Franklin
Published on Sep. 11, 2018
The malaria fighting plant is being grown for the first time at UK's Spindletop Farm.
Innovative research could result in a billion more being fed
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Sep. 6, 2018
An interdisciplinary research group at the University of Kentucky, Clemson University, and the University of Idaho is examining ways to overcome a major barrier in improving grain yields.
UK’s Fragipan Field Day to highlight research breakthrough
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 5, 2018
UK soil scientists will presented their significant research breakthrough Oct. 3 at the UK Research Farm in Princeton.
UK researchers make important finding in plant disease resistance
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 4, 2018
This finding brings UK plant pathologists one step closer to fully understanding the pathway that allows plants to fend off secondary infections.
Extension project helps those with limited mobility, disabilities
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 30, 2018
The project is providing fresh produce and flowers to individuals who cannot garden.
Horse farm sees success from pasture renovations
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 22, 2018
UK forage specialists helped a Lexington horse farm overcome classic symptoms of fescue toxicity with pasture renovations.
UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment announces administrative transitions
Published on Aug. 17, 2018
Three members of the college are now serving in new roles.
UK researcher receives $1.25 million grant to study corn anthracnose
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 6, 2018
UK plant pathologist Lisa Vaillancourt is working toward a management solution for anthracnose stalk rot.
UK scientists identify important biological marker to control insect pests
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jul. 30, 2018
The could help RNAi technology more effective against more insect pests.
In rural Kentucky, strong demand for local foods
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jul. 20, 2018
The local food movement is helping boost sales for Kentucky farmers markets.