News Archive: Horticulture
Students return with new perspective from half a world away
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Carol Lea Spence
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Alexis Amorese spent five weeks in Indonesia as part of a study abroad program in sustainable agriculture. The trip was a “once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
Industrial hemp shows promise on a small scale
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Carol Lea Spence
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A UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment study examined industrial hemp’s true potential as a viable crop in Kentucky.
Impatiens downy mildew widespread in Kentucky
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Katie Pratt
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A devastating disease to a popular garden plant has expanded across the state.
Name change reflects broad work of UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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Laura Skillman
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On July 1, the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture will become the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.
UK research focusing on bringing back pollinators
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Katie Pratt
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UK entomology researchers are testing mixtures of wildflowers to determine which can best rebuild bee and monarch butterfly populations in the state.
Sophistication of Kentucky’s producers, food systems impresses visitors
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Carol Lea Spence
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Cooperative Extension agents and specialists from around the country visited Lexington recently and left with an appreciation for Central Kentucky’s farmers and food system.
Research and Education Center to host commodity-specific field days
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Katie Pratt
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Western Kentucky CSAs answer demand for fresh, local foods
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Katie Pratt
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CSA programs are thriving in one Western Kentucky county.
Disease affecting Kentucky roses
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Katie Pratt
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A new virus is attacking Kentucky roses and even Knock Outs are susceptible.
Prevention key to managing blueberry root rot
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Katie Pratt
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UK plant pathologist says a blueberry disease that is widespread in the state is largely preventable.