News Archive: Environment
UK researcher earns national recognition for innovative soil research

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 23, 2022
Hanna Poffenbarger centers her professional work around soil management for climate-friendly agriculture. The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research recently rewarded Poffenbarger for her work improving soil quality.
UK grad turns attention toward conservation

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 5, 2022
Clay Turner knew that one day, unless something radically changed, his kids would be forced to grow up in a world battered by climate change.
UK James B. Beam Institute offers industry-first whiskey workforce apprenticeship program

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 16, 2022
UK researchers working with Salk Institute to develop more resilient plants
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 16, 2022
Eight inducted into UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Hall of Distinguished Alumni
Published on Feb. 25, 2022
The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment will induct eight former students into the 2022 Hall of Distinguished Alumni tonight. The alumni will be honored for their meaningful contributions to the commonwealth, the nation and the world.
Annual James B. Beam Institute Bourbon Industry Conference in person and expanded for 2022

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 14, 2022
The third annual conference is March 14-16 on the UK campus in Lexington.
UK students help revitalize historical community

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 13, 2022
University of Kentucky landscape architecture students are using their design expertise to revitalize a historic property in Woodford County.
New podcast explores the latest scientific advances in sustainability
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 11, 2021
Kentucky showcases autumn through many colors

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 4, 2021
Fall colors are one thing that make Kentucky special
Tree week brings citizens together for educational opportunities

By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 22, 2021
Tree Week offers many events designed to help people learn about, and appreciate, native trees.