UKAg in Appalachia

By Mallory Powell
Published on Sep. 10, 2015

D & D Ranch occupies 1,000 acres atop a reclaimed strip mine and is home to the East Kentucky Heifer Development Project.

Research finds soil microbes across the globe behave similarly to fertilizer additions

By Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 2, 2015

The study that span 25 sites and four continents found that soil microbial communities react similarly to the addition of fertilizers.

New technology speeds animal disease diagnosis

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 31, 2015

Faster diagnosis means faster treatment for sick animals.

UK offers experiential learning to STEM teachers

By Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 27, 2015

UK researchers helped Kentucky K-12 teachers brush up on their knowledge of STEM subjects over the summer.

Research explores no-till tobacco production

By Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 20, 2015

A partnership between UK and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources promotes no-till tobacco production to growers.

UK industrial hemp research progressing in second year

By Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 13, 2015

Research has expanded to include all three uses of hemp.

UKAg research hopes to create more environmentally friendly lawns

By Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 4, 2015

UKAg researchers studying the potential benefits of white clover in lawns.

UK research: Bed bugs 'bite' the wallet of hotel owners

By Carl Nathe
Published on Jul. 14, 2015

The study sheds light on the financial impact bed bugs can have on the travel and hospitality industry.

UK research reveals potential environmental harm of nanomaterials

Published on Jun. 30, 2015

Two research papers published by UK researchers detail potential environmental concerns about nanomaterials.

UK flavonoid research shows promise for big things to come

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 2, 2015

Research at UK may help scientists fully understand the potential of flavonoids, small compounds in plant that may have big health benefits.