Kentucky Tick Surveillance Project accepting submissions, advancing public health research and safety

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Mar. 19, 2024

The Kentucky Tick Surveillance Project, housed in the University of Kentucky’s Department of Entomology, offers a unique opportunity for the community to contribute to tickborne disease understanding — furthering public health research in the state.

UK Extension agent honored with Grain Crops Science Service Award, recognizing decades of dedication

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 28, 2024

The Harrison County native Curt Judy was awarded the prestigious honor after 44 years of service to the agricultural community.

Innovative plant fertilization study awarded significant NSF grant, setting stage for future agricultural advancements

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 22, 2024

A University of Kentucky researcher's work in unlocking the secrets of plant fertilization could provide insight to improve crop production in a changing global environment.

Integrated Pest Management Training School set for March 18 in Bowling Green

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 21, 2024

University of Kentucky specialists will share the latest integrated pest management research with extension agents, farmers, consultants, local community, pesticide applicators and the local community.

UK professor wins prestigious award, recognizing decades of dedication to soil physics

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 20, 2024

University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment professor was awarded one of the most prestigious recognitions in soil science, building on a distinguishable career of advancing innovative research and helping more farmers.

UK’s Winter Wheat Meeting builds on successful year for Kentucky farmers

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 25, 2024

On Feb 1, experts discuss best practices and industry updates during the Winter Wheat Meeting — an annual conference that has become a staple for Kentucky’s wheat growers.

UK student wins Tri Societies oral presentation award for ongoing hemp research

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 19, 2023

One student’s innovative approach combines field observations with advanced lab research. This work offers crucial insights for hemp cultivation’s future.

Unveiling the secret garden: University of Kentucky researcher finds winter annuals can save honey bees

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 13, 2023

Farmers can play a significant role in enhancing honey bee survival rates by unearthing certain winter weeds, furthering more “bee-friendly” adjustments in agricultural practices in Kentucky and beyond.

UK researcher unraveling the mystery of a potential global agricultural threat in Kentucky and beyond

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 11, 2023

Introduction of an aggressive, exotic disease could have had serious global wheat trade implications and beyond for Kentucky farmers.

University of Kentucky student’s national award-winning cover crop research is revolutionizing corn production

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 6, 2023

The research holds significant implications for Kentucky farmers, especially for those shifting towards sustainable practices.