Three University of Kentucky students gain skills, community as Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Jul. 10, 2024

The Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars program awarded scholarships and learning opportunities to three Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment students in 2024.

Craig Carter named recipient of 2024 AVMA Meritorious Service Award

By Grace Sowards
Published on Jul. 9, 2024

Carter honored for decades of distinguished service to the veterinary profession, including serving as the director of the University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Lab for 15 years.

July is Kentucky grown cut flower month

By Cindy Finneseth
Published on Jul. 8, 2024

The commonwealth is home to well over 220 commercial cut flower operations, and are increasing every year.

Tom Stout named Albert G. Clay Endowed Chair in Equine Reproduction at UK’s Gluck Equine Research Center

By Holly Wiemers
Published on Jul. 3, 2024

A 1986 agreement with Fairway Farm's Albert G. Clay created the endowed chair position. It now represents UK equine reproduction research excellence.

Building bridges: University of Kentucky alum comes full circle in new leadership role

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jul. 3, 2024

Through her experiences as a student and now as a professional, Dr. Kendriana Price inspires others to reach their goals by building bridges.

Sunshine Day delivers memorable experience to youth with special needs in Kentucky

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jul. 2, 2024

Sunshine Day is a free annual event that provides an easier experience for children with special needs and their families to enjoy carnival rides, games, a livestock show and more at the Boone County Fairgrounds.

Faculty spotlight: Retailing and Tourism Department Chair Min-Young Lee

By Grace Sowards
Published on Jul. 1, 2024

Min-Young Lee, current chair of the Retailing and Tourism Management department at the University of Kentucky, believes that leadership is about stepping up.

‘From the field to flooring’ – HempWood on the University of Kentucky campus

By Grace Sowards
Published on Jun. 28, 2024

The flooring of the office and lab space at the Plant Sciences Building on North Farm at the University of Kentucky is made from materials grown right outside its four walls.

University of Kentucky appoints new Veterinary Science chair and Gluck Equine Research Center director

By Holly Wiemers
Published on Jun. 26, 2024

The UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment appoints Brett Sponseller to lead the Veterinary Science department and Gluck Equine Research Center. His wife, Beatrice, joins the team as a clinical professor in the department.

UK Wildcat Pulling Team finishes eighth at international student design competition

By Grace Sowards
Published on Jun. 25, 2024

Team members are University of Kentucky students in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering.