Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference set for Feb. 25 in Fayette County

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 7, 2025

Welcoming alfalfa and hay producers from across the Commonwealth, this year’s event will focus on pests, improving quality and marketing hay.

Kentucky Dairy Conference 2025 registration now open

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 4, 2025

This annual event has long been a valuable venue for educational sessions, networking opportunities and access to the latest innovations in dairy production.

New training program hopes to increase presence of Kentucky beginning farmers

By Grace Sowards
Published on Jan. 31, 2025

UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment faculty to receive funding from the USDA to develop and train farmers just starting out.

18th annual Pastures Please!! set for Feb. 27 in Lexington

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 29, 2025

A cornerstone education program for horse owners since 2007, this year’s event will focus on drone technology, pasture quality, equine health and more.

'DNA doesn't lie': New genetic study illuminates genetic diversity in North American Thoroughbreds

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 28, 2025

By pinpointing genetic risks early on, Thoroughbred breeders could avoid harmful genetic pairings.

‘Beauty can persevere’: UKREC at Princeton shares daylilies for preservation

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Jan. 23, 2025

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.

UK Horticulture Research Farm superintendent receives sustainable agriculture achievement award

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 23, 2025

University of Kentucky soil health expert Steve Diver received accolades for forty years of work and research toward making agriculture more environmentally friendly.

Kentucky Forest Health Conference returns Feb. 6 to address challenges and innovations in woodland conservation

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 22, 2025

The educational event encourages anyone interested in forest conservation to learn more about protecting woodlands and engage in networking opportunities.

University of Kentucky hosts Winter Wheat Meeting Feb. 4

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 21, 2025

Hosted annually by the UK Wheat Science Group, producers from around the region visit the Winter Wheat Meeting to hear about the latest in research and production tips.

Paul Jasa honored with No-Till agriculture award for 45 years of dedication to the field

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 17, 2025

The University of Kentucky 2024 Shirley Philips No-Till award was presented to Paul Jasa, recognizing significant contributions to no-till agriculture spanning more than four decades.