Prolonged freezing temps could damage Kentucky crops

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 10, 2017

Risk of freeze damage is significant.

Getting through winter cold can be stressful for farm animals

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Jan. 4, 2017

Fresh water, dry bedding and giving animals shelter from the wind are vital to lessening the blow of a cold, wet winter.

Study shows importance of sustainable agriculture in preserving Gulf ecosystem

By Katie Pratt
Published on Nov. 4, 2016

Sustainable agricultural practices are helping to slow the increase of dissolved organic carbon entering the Gulf of Mexico from the Mississippi River.

UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment receives record number of grant awards

By Katie Pratt
Published on Aug. 31, 2016

Outside funds for fiscal year 2016 are the most the college has ever received in one fiscal year.

Prolonged summer heat wave could stress livestock, horses and pets

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Jul. 20, 2016

Cool, clean water and shade are important for all animals in hot, humid weather.

UK study examines climate change effects on tall fescue, endophyte

By Katie Pratt
Published on May. 9, 2016

In the study, tall fescue and endophyte responses to warmer and wetter conditions varied based on the genetics of each.

UK research explores the effects of climate change on soil microbes

By Katie Pratt
Published on Jan. 21, 2016

What happens underground might have big effects above ground when it comes to climate change.

UK students organize coat and blanket drive to help peers

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Nov. 20, 2015

Donations accepted Nov. 30 - Dec. 4

UK Cooperative Extension aids flood relief, rescue in E. Kentucky

By Aimee Nielson
Published on Jul. 16, 2015

Extension agents and volunteers are on the front lines helping their neighbors recover from devastating floods.

Ag gone mobile

By Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 16, 2015

In Hopkins County, Curtis Dame is showing farmers how they can get production answers at their fingertips.