News Archive: Crops
Timing, price awareness critical to marketing 2017 grain crop
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 27, 2017
In a tight marketing situation, grain growers must know their operation costs and stay alert to the markets so they can take advantage of a good opportunity to sell grain when it arises.
Soybean Delivery App released in time for harvest
Published on Oct. 16, 2017
The app will help soybean growers get the best price for their beans.
Myanmar opens doors to UK, lecturer dives into research and culture
By
LAURA BROWER
Published on Oct. 16, 2017
UK plant pathologist Lou Hirsch discusses his latest trip to the once reclusive Southeast Asian country.
UK agricultural engineers co-author updated grain drying and storage handbook
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 12, 2017
The publication focuses on planning a new grain facility or expanding an existing one.
Tips on using alternative grain storage
Published on Oct. 11, 2017
A UK agricultural engineer offers advice for farmers who plan to store grain in alternative structures.
UK scientist part of group that sequenced first liverwort genome
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 6, 2017
This genome sequencing may help scientists learn how plants evolved to live on land.
UK ag economist offers reminders for working within tight budgets
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 4, 2017
UK ag economist offers suggestions on dealing with slim profit margins to grain growers.
UK scientists outline hemp research needs
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 3, 2017
UK scientists discuss top hemp research priorities in a recent article in Trends in Plant Science.
McCulley named chair of UK Plant and Soil Sciences
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 29, 2017
McCulley becomes chair Jan. 1.
Soybean producers needed for UK studies
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 30, 2017
Researchers are studying issues in soybeans including field management, insects and weeds.