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UK researchers find excess nitric oxide blocks plant immune signals
13+ hour, 28+ min ago (810+ words) A new study shows a tiny molecule can change plant cell p H and stop salicylic acid from moving through its internal system. By Jordan Strickler Published on June 3, 2026 A new study from the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of…...
University of Kentucky Pest Management Field Day is June 25
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (458+ words) UK Research and Education at Princeton will host a workshop to explore the latest integrated pest management research and practices for corn and soybean producers. By Jennifer Elwell Published on June 2, 2026 The University of Kentucky will host a'Pest Management Field…...
University of Kentucky Land-grant Engagement Bus Tour highlights partnerships and opportunities across Western Kentucky
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (442+ words) Faculty, staff and university leaders traveled across Western Kentucky to experience firsthand how partnerships, local leadership and community engagement are shaping the future of the Commonwealth. By Derrick Meads Published on June 1, 2026 Listening to communities and building meaningful partnerships were…...
UK students partner with Shaker Village to explore design, landscape and place
1+ week, 1+ day ago (666+ words) A landscape architecture studio course in collaboration with the University of Kentucky College of Design created design proposals for one of the most significant historic and cultural landscapes in Kentucky. By Haley Simpkins Published on May 26, 2026 Students from the University…...
University of Kentucky opens $60 million Martin-Gatton Agricultural Sciences Building to support students
1+ week, 6+ day ago (557+ words) The new Martin-Gatton Agricultural Sciences Building is designed to enhance student success and prepare the next generation of agricultural leaders. By Derrick Meads Published on May 21, 2026 The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment marked a major…...
UK to bring one stop shop website to help woodland owners in Kentucky
2+ week, 13+ hour ago (595+ words) The new webpage will make it easier for Kentucky forestry owners to find resources in one place. Owning woodland can be a point of pride in Kentucky. It can also raise many questions. Who do you call if invasive plants…...
You're in the dirt': UK soil judging team gains valuable experience, celebrates national success
2+ week, 1+ day ago (951+ words) Students from the University of Kentucky compete in soil judging each year. In 2026, the team placed seventh nationally." By Bailey Vandiver Published on May 19, 2026 As the University of Kentucky soil judging team waited to hear the results of the 2026 National…...
University of Kentucky alums are leading PPE testing projects from "head to toe
2+ week, 2+ day ago (693+ words) Two graduates are using their textiles education to test and research personal protective equipment for manufacturers all over the world. By Christopher Carney Published on May 18, 2026 University of Kentucky alums Stacy Klausing and Suzie Dabbain are leading projects and participating…...
University of Kentucky names Gary Munkvold as new plant pathology chair
2+ week, 5+ day ago (344+ words) Gary Munkvold is the next plant pathology department chair at the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. By Christopher Carney Published on May 15, 2026 The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment has announced Gary Munkvold…...
My White Oak mobile app helps landowners assess their woods, plan for white oak's future
2+ week, 6+ day ago (346+ words) The tool turns a simple woodland assessment into a tailored report that supports sustainable woodland management for oaks. A new mobile app is helping woodland owners across Kentucky and the Central Hardwood region determine whether white oak is present in…...