News Archive: Extension
UK Gluck Equine Research Center launches national survey on horses aged 15 years and older
By
Alisa Herbst
Published on Oct. 15, 2020
Gluck Equine Research Center is conducting a survey to help researchers understand the needs of older horses.
UK part of regional group working to reduce farmer stress
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 13, 2020
The UK research is part of a three-year, $7.2 million grant the University of Tennessee received from the USDA and will involve 13 states and two U.S. territories.
One year in, MARS Equestrian™ Fellow at UK’s Gluck Equine Research Center continues to help older horses
By
Holly Wiemers
Published on Oct. 13, 2020
Researchers show that native milkweed cultivars planted by the public can support monarch butterflies and bees in urban gardens
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 7, 2020
Managing calf stress helps improve weaning outcomes
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Oct. 6, 2020
By weaning calves on the farm, producers can reduce animals' stress come sale time.
Extension program provides fun, raises community awareness during pandemic
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Oct. 5, 2020
The extension-organized event was a way for locals to get out in the community while maintaining social distancing.
UK Ag Equine Programs students gave back to equine community during inaugural Equine Week of Service
By
Sabrina Jacobs
Published on Oct. 5, 2020
UK students donated about 550 hours to more than seven local equine organizations.
‘From the Woods Today’ in October highlights seasonal woodland delights
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Oct. 2, 2020
University of Kentucky Forestry and Natural Resources Extension’s weekly online program, “From the Woods Today,” has plenty of fascinating topics in October.
Kentucky Grazing Conference goes virtual
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 28, 2020
The event is online this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
