News Archive: Ag Equine Programs
Eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch begins in Central Kentucky
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Consumption of large numbers of caterpillars by pregnant mares precipitated staggering foal losses in the Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome outbreak that peaked in 2001.
Study finds common equine parasite misidentified in textbooks
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Jenny Evans
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A recent study led by Martin Nielsen, of the UK Gluck Equine Research Center, found that all veterinary medicine textbooks have misidentified a common equine parasite.
Kentucky ag economy remains strong, but concerns are for 2015
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Carol Lea Spence
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A 15 percent increase in livestock prices is expected to boost 2014 Kentucky agricultural cash receipts to $6B. The 2015 outlook is expected to drop back.
Lloyd’s of London and UKAg partnership continues

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Aimee Nielson
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Lloyd's of London has given more than $1.1 million to UK over the years.
UK Ag Equine Programs to host equine showcase, breeders’ short course
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Holly Wiemers
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Coffey named chair of UK Department of Animal and Food Sciences
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Katie Pratt
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Richard Coffey is the new chair of the department.
Mountain Ag Week is Appalachian Proud

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Aimee Nielson
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Moutain Ag Week is packed with interactive learning for all ages.
UKAg: A Tradition of Excellence and Inspired Vision
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Carl Nathe
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Booklets on safe equine travel released
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Holly Wiemers
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Two new booklets discuss safety measures for transporting horses.
Equine Research Hall of Fame inductees announced
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Jenny Evans
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The Gluck Equine Research Foundation will induct three into the UK Equine Research Hall of Fame: UKAg Professor Ernest Bailey (pictured), Michelle LeBlanc & Elwyn Firth.