News Archive: Livestock
Arctic cold poses risk to livestock

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 18, 2015
Livestock producers need to protect animals from record-breaking cold.
UK animal and food scientist receives prestigious award

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 6, 2015
The Bertebos Prize is considered the "Nobel Prize of Agriculture."
Food Connection at UK introduces producers, processors to new UK Dining
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Feb. 4, 2015
The Food Connection at UK hosted a one-day workshop to connect Kentucky food producers with the new Aramark-managed UK Dining.
Leopold Conservation Award Program seeks nominees in Kentucky
Published on Feb. 3, 2015
Nominations are due by April 15.
Small Ruminant Grazing Conference Feb. 7

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Jan. 9, 2015
Register by Jan. 24.
Kentucky ag economy remains strong, but concerns are for 2015
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Dec. 4, 2014
A 15 percent increase in livestock prices is expected to boost 2014 Kentucky agricultural cash receipts to $6B. The 2015 outlook is expected to drop back.
UKAg to host second Precision Dairy Showcase in December

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Nov. 20, 2014
UK's event will allow dairy producers to see new advances in precision technology.
Conference on cattle confinement is Nov. 24 in Fayette County

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Nov. 18, 2014
Speakers from Kentucky, Minnesota, Nebraska and Illinois will address key cattle confinement issues.
Early cold blast prompts livestock cold stress warning

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Nov. 14, 2014
It's not winter yet, but it sure does feel like it.
UKAg Butcher Shop product to debut at UK Blue-White Game
By
Laura Skillman
Published on Oct. 24, 2014
Cats fans will have a new UKAg choice at the concession stands.