News Archive: Plant Pathology
Optimize spray applications with KATS drone pattern testing fly-in workshop
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Jennifer Elwell
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Agricultural drone pilots can test the spray pattern of their equipment at a Feb. 26 workshop, presented by the Kentucky Agricultural Training School (KATS) in Princeton.
2026 Kentucky Crop Health Conference helps farmers address pest challenges in the new year
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Jennifer Elwell
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The Feb. 5 event brings an exciting lineup of experts in weed control, plant diseases, and insect and wildlife pests ahead of planting season.
University of Kentucky researchers help develop practical tools to curb wheat diseases
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Jordan Strickler
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University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment researchers are helping lessen wheat diseases, something that could save farmers money.
Using drones to protect Kentucky corn: UK researchers lead precision agriculture study
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Jennifer Elwell
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Plant pathology and agricultural engineering specialists are testing drone-based fungicide applications in the treatment of foliar corn diseases, such as gray leaf spot, at the UK Research and Education Center. Recommendations will be shared during a hands-on workshop in February.
University of Kentucky launches 2025 Fall Crop Protection webinar series
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Jennifer Elwell
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The free online webinars will address key topics in field crop integrated pest management.
University of Kentucky Research and Education Center hosts summer commodity field tours in its 100th year
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Jennifer Elwell
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The 2025 Corn, Soybean, and Tobacco Field Day and the Beef and Forage Field Day will be July 22 in Princeton, Kentucky, sharing the latest agronomic information with farmers.
‘Everything comes from plants’: UK professor dedicates 35 years to plant pathology
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Christopher Carney
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University of Kentucky extension professor Paul Vincelli is leaving a legacy at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment—dedicating more than three decades to the field of plant pathology.
UK Martin-Gatton CAFE recognizes faculty members for achievement in research, graduate student mentorship
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Bailey Vandiver
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Carl Bradley and Daniel Howe recently received Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment faculty awards.
UK researcher receives prestigious award for years of dedication to microbial biodiversity
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Christopher Carney
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University of Kentucky Professor and Plant Pathologist Rick Bennett honored for outstanding leadership and commitment to safeguarding microbials, playing a pivotal role in the science community.
UK plant pathologists spearhead Fusarium head blight research on hemp
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Jordan Strickler
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The University of Kentucky Hemp Research, Extension and Education program at Martin-Gatton CAFE is finding new scientific ways to understand and combat a growing hemp threat.