News Archive: Animal & Food Sciences
Kentucky Spring Fencing Schools perfect for agriculturalists, homeowners interested in fencing

By
Christopher Carney
Published on Apr. 1, 2024
Kentucky producers and agricultural professionals will have two opportunities this spring to learn about farm fencing basics and new innovations.
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.
University of Kentucky to host inaugural Pre-Veterinary Experience Day Feb. 17
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Dec. 4, 2023
The inaugural Pre-Veterinary Experience Day offers attendees insight into current veterinary medicine issues, addressing topics such as student debt, mental health and work-life balance.
Conference explores yak production in Kentucky

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Oct. 16, 2023
UK and Morehead State University are evaluating how yaks perform in the Southeast.