Kentucky Invasive Plant Conference to address threats and innovations in plant management

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 29, 2024

Goats and drones are among this year’s innovation topics.

University of Kentucky launches 2024 Fall Crop Protection webinar series

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 1, 2024

The free online webinars will address key topics in field crop integrated pest management.

UK plant pathologists spearhead Fusarium head blight research on hemp

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Oct. 1, 2024

The University of Kentucky Hemp Research, Extension and Education program at Martin-Gatton CAFE is finding new scientific ways to understand and combat a growing hemp threat.

Lou Hirsch takes the classroom beyond the textbook

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 20, 2024

From the fields to the oceans, one University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton CAFE faculty member doesn’t want his students to just memorize information; he wants them to connect the dots.

University of Kentucky researcher leads effort to combat deadly soybean disease

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 12, 2024

UK Martin-Gatton CAFE professor and extension specialist Carl Bradley is spearheading an effort to save Kentucky soybean growers from a severe threat.

University of Kentucky leads international effort to combat debilitating crop fungus

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 5, 2024

Thanks to a USDA-NIFA grant, UK is spearheading an initiative to predict and fight Fusarium graminearum, safeguarding both crop yields and food safety for future generations.

Smart feeding and planning: Tackling hay challenges for horses amid Kentucky’s drought

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 20, 2024

In times of drought, smart planning is essential for horse owners.

University of Kentucky researcher uncovers fungicide resistance threat, providing crucial findings for farmers

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 19, 2024

Repeated fungicide use can lead to less effective disease control over time, reducing yields for farmers. A multi-organizational study spearheaded by UK hopes to gain deeper insights into the issue.

Weather extremes force Kentucky producers to rethink hay management and livestock strategy

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 15, 2024

University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment experts advise on successful livestock haying in a time of drought and hot weather.

University of Kentucky promotes farmer collaboration through Good Idea Shop Talks

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jul. 25, 2024

The online workshops foster farmer-to-farmer learning about conservation practices to regional producers and beyond. This is the second season of Good Idea Shop Talks, following a successful debut in January.