News Archive: Animal & Food Sciences
Spring has sprung! Please take our survey about equid restrictive grazing practices
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The University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center asks horse, pony, mule or donkey owners how they manage their equids in response to seasonal pasture changes.
Eclipse watch 2024: A University of Kentucky call to observe livestock and wildlife behavior
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Jordan Strickler
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During the solar eclipse on April 8, the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment calls on citizens to log observations to better understand the relationship between cosmic events and animals.
Kentucky Spring Fencing Schools perfect for agriculturalists, homeowners interested in fencing
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Christopher Carney
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Kentucky producers and agricultural professionals will have two opportunities this spring to learn about farm fencing basics and new innovations.
Eastern Tent Caterpillars make their 2024 Kentucky debut
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Jordan Strickler
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The insect is infamous for its connection with the 2001 Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome outbreak, resulting in a significant economic loss to Kentucky’s equine industry. Despite the time that has passed, University of Kentucky entomologists say vigilance is still required.
University of Kentucky's Pre-Vet Experience Day charts a course for future veterinarians
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Jordan Strickler
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In partnership with the UK Ag Equine Programs and the Kentucky Horse Council, the inaugural program was designed to guide, inform and inspire the next generation of veterinarians.
Ceremonious evening recognizes alumni and friends for their excellence
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Christopher Carney
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The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment recognized friends and a group of distinguished alumni for their service and meaningful contributions to Kentucky and beyond at the biennial Night of Excellence event.
17th annual Pastures Please!! set for March 5
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Jordan Strickler
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Pastures Please!! was initiated in 2007 to deliver relevant and actionable information to horse owners.
UK hosting second annual Equines & Endophytes Workshop Jan. 31
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Holly Wiemers
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Get started in the hay business at the Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference
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Christopher Carney
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The 2024 Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference, "Getting Started in the Hay Business," is at the Warren County Extension Office in Bowling Green on Feb 8.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza detected in Kentucky: UK specialists urge vigilance to protect poultry from bird flu
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Jordan Strickler
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Bird flu is a concern for the state’s largest agriculture commodity contributor.