University of Kentucky Research and Education Center hosts Wheat Field Day 2025 on May 13

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Apr. 28, 2025

Wheat growers and agribusiness professionals are invited to learn the latest production recommendations and market updates in Princeton, while celebrating UKREC’s centennial year.

Red meat allergy webinar registration now open

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 22, 2025

UK experts will discuss strategies to reduce tick bites as well as how to live with Alpha-Gal Syndrome.

Bourbon Brood of periodical cicadas ready to sing this spring in Kentucky

By Jennifer Elwell
Published on Apr. 11, 2025

UK entomologists encourage farmers and homeowners to use non-invasive methods to protect their trees and shrubs.

Eastern Tent Caterpillar Update: Protecting horses and trees amid late winter conditions

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Mar. 20, 2025

While a cold winter delayed hatching for some counties, others are just now starting to reach the threshold.

Corn rootworm’s secret weapon: How a genetic ‘pause’ helps a billion-dollar pest survive winter

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Mar. 13, 2025

New research spearheaded by the University of Kentucky could help farmers and the agriculture industry save billions of dollars annually.

Integrated Pest Management Virtual Training School set for March 12

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 12, 2025

Specialists will share the latest in integrated pest management research, trends and new technology, including drones.

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.

Bee-ing prepared: How UK education equipped the state's new apiarist

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Aug. 13, 2024

Kentucky state apiarist Amanda Skidmore is a graduate of the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

Gatton Foundation Professorships announced, supporting innovative research in advancing Kentucky

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jul. 26, 2024

A group of University of Kentucky researchers are named The Bill Gatton Foundation Professorship, recognizing faculty with funding resources to solve complex agriculture and societal challenges.

University of Kentucky breaks ground on Agricultural Research Building, advancing the state’s agricultural industries

By Derrick Meads
Published on Jun. 14, 2024

Slated for completion in November 2026, the new $285 million building will foster collaborative and transformational agricultural research initiatives.