News Archive: Plant and Soil Sciences
UK’s Hunt and Palli named AAAS Fellows
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 20, 2017
UK professors Arthur Hunt and Subba Reddy Palli were recognized by their peers for their distinguished contributions to the advancement of science.
UK researchers to evaluate BMPs for Kentucky grain farms
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 3, 2017
This project will let Kentucky producers know which best management practices keep the most nutrients and soil on their farms.
McCulley named chair of UK Plant and Soil Sciences
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Sep. 29, 2017
McCulley becomes chair Jan. 1.
UK Horse Pasture Evaluation Program benefits students, farms
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 8, 2017
A student internship proves to be a valuable learning experience for students and provides a service to the horse industry.
UK Hemp Field Day Sept. 9, in conjunction with national conference
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 7, 2017
Field day attendees can take a walking tour of UK's hemp research plots.
UK research seeks to quantify cover crop benefits
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jul. 28, 2017
Cover crops control soil erosion, but they may have additional benefits to the soil and subsequent crops. University researchers are seeking and quantifying those benefits.
Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation Donates $1 Million to UK's Grain and Forage Center of Excellence
Published on Jul. 27, 2017
The money will go toward two specific projects at the center.
UK farm visit connects students to forages
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 21, 2017
A field trip helps connect students to the farm and the University of Kentucky.
UK research reveals way to improve nitrogen production in legumes
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jun. 15, 2017
This finding could help scientists develop better nitrogen-fixing legumes.
Wendroth receives University Research Professorship
By
Jenny Wells
Published on May. 2, 2017
Wendroth, a professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, was one of 16 professors selected by the UK board of trustees for this award.