News Archive: Research
UK professor wins prestigious award, recognizing decades of dedication to soil physics
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 20, 2024
University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment professor was awarded one of the most prestigious recognitions in soil science, building on a distinguishable career of advancing innovative research and helping more farmers.
University of Kentucky scientists develop eco-friendly magnet to battle microplastics
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 6, 2024
A multi-college study will help rid waters of harmful plastics, resulting in a transformative pathway for decreasing pollution in the world’s aquatic ecosystem.
UK student wins Tri Societies oral presentation award for ongoing hemp research
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 19, 2023
One student’s innovative approach combines field observations with advanced lab research. This work offers crucial insights for hemp cultivation’s future.
Unveiling the secret garden: University of Kentucky researcher finds winter annuals can save honey bees
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 13, 2023
Farmers can play a significant role in enhancing honey bee survival rates by unearthing certain winter weeds, furthering more “bee-friendly” adjustments in agricultural practices in Kentucky and beyond.
UK researcher unraveling the mystery of a potential global agricultural threat in Kentucky and beyond
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 11, 2023
Introduction of an aggressive, exotic disease could have had serious global wheat trade implications and beyond for Kentucky farmers.
Rising from the rubble: UK Research and Education Center at Princeton reveals remarkable post-tornado transformation
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 7, 2023
Amidst the challenges and reconstruction, the Research and Education Center at Princeton has persevered.
University of Kentucky researcher is a driving force in tar spot research for corn producers
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 15, 2023
A University of Kentucky researcher is helping corn producers nationwide avoid crop losses due to a rising, understudied disease.
University of Kentucky professor leads research team pioneering climate change study
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By
Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 6, 2023
A University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment faculty member is embarking on groundbreaking research in Costa Rica.
Animal sciences professor looks back on 55-year tenure at UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Nov. 2, 2023
Considered one of the nation’s premier sheep nutritionists, Professor Don Ely reflects on five plus decades of teaching, extension and research.
The Food Connection publishes annual UK dining report, showing strong local purchasing performance
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By
Christopher Carney
Published on Oct. 24, 2023
UK Dining remains committed to developing local value chains amidst a changing food landscape and student preferences.