News Archive: Sustainability
UK and Kentucky Forage and Grassland Council Field Day explores sustainability on historic family farm
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 26, 2023
Farmers, livestock producers and consumers will learn about the benefits of forage-based agriculture and the importance of supporting local food systems.
Fall Grazing Conference to focus on low-stress livestock handling
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 19, 2023
The conferences take place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.
Tree Week brings people and nature together
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 18, 2023
The sixth-annual Tree Week celebrates greenspaces that surround us.
Beef Bash 2023 will set a bright vision for the future
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 6, 2023
The first Beef Bash was two decades ago.
Kentucky Water Resources Institute annual symposium is Sept. 15
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 31, 2023
Registration deadline is Sept. 8
Reviving pollinators: How a University of Kentucky professor offers hope
By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 9, 2023
A University of Kentucky researcher is dedicating a significant portion of her career safeguarding a crucial component of the Earth's ecosystem.
Kentucky horse farm managers need to purchase grass seed for fall pastures now
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 8, 2023
Novel endophyte tall fescue varieties are harder to find.
James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits opens distillery and maturation facility on University of Kentucky campus
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 7, 2023
UK specialist urges horse owners to plan for future hay needs now
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Jul. 18, 2023
Even though Kentucky is still in the grazing season, horse owners should plan for future hay needs now.
Historic $100-million gift will catapult UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Published on May. 25, 2023
Gatton’s impact on the University of Kentucky exceeds $180 million. He is the university’s single largest donor.