News Archive: Livestock
At Mother Nature’s mercy, dry conditions impacting Kentucky farmers
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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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Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 19, 2023
The conferences take place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.
Beef Bash 2023 will set a bright vision for the future
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Aimee Nielson
Published on Sep. 6, 2023
The first Beef Bash was two decades ago.
Sow success at the 2023 Fall Kentucky Beginning Grazing School
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 23, 2023
The 2023 Fall Kentucky Beginning Grazing School promises an immersive learning experience for livestock producers.
Kentucky horse farm managers need to purchase grass seed for fall pastures now
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Aimee Nielson
Published on Aug. 8, 2023
Novel endophyte tall fescue varieties are harder to find.
University of Kentucky researcher sheds light on influenza D
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Aimee Nielson
Published on Jul. 19, 2023
Although influenza D primarily affects cattle, there is evidence of periodic spillover to other animals such as goats, buffalo and sheep.
UK specialist urges horse owners to plan for future hay needs now
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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.
Three University of Kentucky animal scientists earn national honors
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Jun. 15, 2023
The American Society of Animal Scientists bestow awards to exemplary members.
Drought conditions hampering corn growth, stressing pastures
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Jun. 7, 2023
Current rains are still evading Western Kentucky
Scott Radcliffe to chair UK Department of Animal and Food Sciences
Published on May. 26, 2023
Radcliffe most recently served as the chair of Purdue University's Department of Animal Sciences.