'DNA doesn't lie': New genetic study illuminates genetic diversity in North American Thoroughbreds

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 28, 2025

By pinpointing genetic risks early on, Thoroughbred breeders could avoid harmful genetic pairings.

‘Beauty can persevere’: UKREC at Princeton shares daylilies for preservation

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Jan. 23, 2025

After surviving the 2021 tornado, daylilies at the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center needed to be relocated for renovations and were donated to other UK properties.

UK Horticulture Research Farm superintendent receives sustainable agriculture achievement award

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 23, 2025

University of Kentucky soil health expert Steve Diver received accolades for forty years of work and research toward making agriculture more environmentally friendly.

Kentucky Forest Health Conference returns Feb. 6 to address challenges and innovations in woodland conservation

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 22, 2025

The educational event encourages anyone interested in forest conservation to learn more about protecting woodlands and engage in networking opportunities.

University of Kentucky hosts Winter Wheat Meeting Feb. 4

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 21, 2025

Hosted annually by the UK Wheat Science Group, producers from around the region visit the Winter Wheat Meeting to hear about the latest in research and production tips.

Paul Jasa honored with No-Till agriculture award for 45 years of dedication to the field

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 17, 2025

The University of Kentucky 2024 Shirley Philips No-Till award was presented to Paul Jasa, recognizing significant contributions to no-till agriculture spanning more than four decades.

‘Making the choice to just do it’: UK alum discovers career as a performance dietitian

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 16, 2025

After graduating with two degrees from the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition (DHN) at the University of Kentucky, performance and registered dietitian nutritionist Kelci McHugh believes that choosing an unconventional path was one of her best decisions.

UK student is ‘one in a million’ as she begins journey as National FFA Officer

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Jan. 10, 2025

Caroline Groth, a student in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, will serve as Eastern Region Vice President in 2025.

Kentucky Crop Health Conference to bring local and national experts on Feb. 6

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 8, 2025

The event will provide attendees with the latest on protecting the Kentucky agricultural community with innovative pest management solutions.

UK scientists help unveil improved rat genome, advancing medical research

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 8, 2025

Rats have long been a staple in biomedical research because their biological and behavioral characteristics mirror human health.