News Archive: UKREC
Celebrating 160 years of the University of Kentucky—rooted in agriculture, service to the Commonwealth
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Bailey Vandiver
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The college that became the University of Kentucky was founded in 1865, following the passage of the Morrill Act that established land-grant institutions.
‘Beauty can persevere’: UKREC at Princeton shares daylilies for preservation
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Bailey Vandiver
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After surviving the 2021 tornado, daylilies at the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center needed to be relocated for renovations and were donated to other UK properties.
Three years since the tornado: UK research center rebuilds stronger, reaffirming role in Kentucky agriculture
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Jordan Strickler
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The University of Kentucky Research and Education Center at Princeton’s journey over the last three years has solidified its role as an anchor for agricultural research and education.
University of Kentucky Corn, Soybean and Tobacco Field Day registration now open
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Jordan Strickler
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The UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment event is a great opportunity for producers to learn about a variety of important topics.
Kentucky Agriculture Training School hosting valuable workshops to enhance your growing season
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Christopher Carney
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The Kentucky Agriculture Training School (KATS) is offering several hands-on, interactive workshops designed to educate on important topics during the growing season.
Kentucky Spring Fencing Schools perfect for agriculturalists, homeowners interested in fencing
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Christopher Carney
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Kentucky producers and agricultural professionals will have two opportunities this spring to learn about farm fencing basics and new innovations.
Kentucky fencing schools showcase the basics and new innovations
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Aimee Nielson
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Both schools will begin at 7:30 a.m. local time.
Fall Grazing Conference to focus on low-stress livestock handling
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Aimee Nielson
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The conferences take place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.
Beef Bash 2023 will set a bright vision for the future
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Aimee Nielson
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The first Beef Bash was two decades ago.
Historic $100-million gift will catapult UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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Gatton’s impact on the University of Kentucky exceeds $180 million. He is the university’s single largest donor.
