News Archive: Crops
UK and Kentucky Forage and Grassland Council Field Day explores sustainability on historic family farm
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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.
At Mother Nature’s mercy, dry conditions impacting Kentucky farmers
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 22, 2023
Most of Kentucky is officially "abnormally dry." U.S. Drought Monitor
Fall Grazing Conference to focus on low-stress livestock handling
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 19, 2023
The conferences take place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.
UK’s Hemp Field Day to highlight current research Sept. 12
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 1, 2023
Register by Sept. 5 to secure meal tickets.
University of Kentucky researcher spearheads efforts combatting antimicrobial resistance
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 31, 2023
The World Health Organization ranks antimicrobial resistance as one of the top 10 global public health threats. A University of Kentucky researcher is trying to change that.
University of Kentucky wheat study elevates bread baking through genetics
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 14, 2023
Kentucky horse farm managers need to purchase grass seed for fall pastures now
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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
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 7, 2023
Kentucky grain farms unraveling the 2022 financial landscape
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Jul. 26, 2023
The agricultural industry is no stranger to farm income fluctuations.
UK specialist urges horse owners to plan for future hay needs now
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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.