University of Kentucky transforming invasive Carp into health-boosting collagen products

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 13, 2024

Through the extraction of collagen, the project seeks to turn invasive carp into a valuable and lucrative resource.

Turning waste into fuel: Bourbon industry offers new path for renewable energy

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 12, 2024

University of Kentucky researchers are finding new ways to use bourbon byproducts.

‘Making informed decisions’: University of Kentucky secures USDA grant to investigate impact of food labelling

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 30, 2024

A researcher in the Department of Agricultural Economics leads a multi-university collaboration in exploring food labels’ overall influence on informing consumers in their decision-making.

UK senior’s salamander research leads to success outside the classroom

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Oct. 15, 2024

Undergraduate research helps University of Kentucky students like William Taylor comprehend classroom concepts and prepare for future goals.

UK plant pathologists spearhead Fusarium head blight research on hemp

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 1, 2024

The University of Kentucky Hemp Research, Extension and Education program at Martin-Gatton CAFE is finding new scientific ways to understand and combat a growing hemp threat.

UK Martin-Gatton CAFE study on food insecurity receives Paper of the Year award

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 24, 2024

A team from the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition found local traditions can play a big role in addressing food insecurity.

University of Kentucky receives grant to explore drone technology for livestock management

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 16, 2024

A new drone project could revolutionize how cattle producers save time, money and improve animal welfare.

University of Kentucky researcher leads effort to combat deadly soybean disease

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 12, 2024

UK Martin-Gatton CAFE professor and extension specialist Carl Bradley is spearheading an effort to save Kentucky soybean growers from a severe threat.

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.

University of Kentucky researcher uncovers fungicide resistance threat, providing crucial findings for farmers

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 19, 2024

Repeated fungicide use can lead to less effective disease control over time, reducing yields for farmers. A multi-organizational study spearheaded by UK hopes to gain deeper insights into the issue.