Eastern Tent Caterpillars make their 2024 Kentucky debut

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Mar. 8, 2024

The insect is infamous for its connection with the 2001 Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome outbreak, resulting in a significant economic loss to Kentucky’s equine industry. Despite the time that has passed, University of Kentucky entomologists say vigilance is still required.

University of Kentucky's Pre-Vet Experience Day charts a course for future veterinarians

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Mar. 7, 2024

In partnership with the UK Ag Equine Programs and the Kentucky Horse Council, the inaugural program was designed to guide, inform and inspire the next generation of veterinarians.

Ceremonious evening recognizes alumni and friends for their excellence

By Christopher Carney
Published on Mar. 1, 2024

The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment recognized friends and a group of distinguished alumni for their service and meaningful contributions to Kentucky and beyond at the biennial Night of Excellence event.

17th annual Pastures Please!! set for March 5

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 31, 2024

Pastures Please!! was initiated in 2007 to deliver relevant and actionable information to horse owners.

UK hosting second annual Equines & Endophytes Workshop Jan. 31

By Holly Wiemers
Published on Jan. 24, 2024

Get started in the hay business at the Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 22, 2024

The 2024 Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference, "Getting Started in the Hay Business," is at the Warren County Extension Office in Bowling Green on Feb 8.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza detected in Kentucky: UK specialists urge vigilance to protect poultry from bird flu

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 19, 2024

Bird flu is a concern for the state’s largest agriculture commodity contributor.