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Weed of the Month: Wild Parsnip
July 22, 2011
Wild parsnip is distributed widely across the United States and Canadian provinces and grows frequently along Read More
Hay Producers: Quality Second Cutting Still Likely
July 21, 2011
Exceptionally wet weather delayed hay cutting this spring, but producers likely still have time to grow and... Read More
Kentucky's Livestock Get Early Dose of Heat Stress
June 24, 2011
Kentucky's livestock are dealing with heat stress conditions earlier than usual. Read More
Post-Rain Tips for Horse Owners
June 23, 2011
Now is the time for horse owners to assess the lingering effects of spring's wet weather. Read More
UK at the Equine Science Society Symposium
June 22, 2011
Several equine researchers from the University of Kentucky (UK) College of Agriculture attended the Equine Read More
Summer Insects: Flies, Ticks, Wasps, Bees
June 19, 2011
With summer's heat, haze, and humidity come bugs, including several types of flies, ticks, and stinging pests. Read More
Toxin Topic: Landscaping Plants to Avoid
May 28, 2011
Owners often base plant choices in aesthetics, but toxicity should be considered when planting near horses. Read More
UK Graduate Spotlight: Rose Burns McGee
May 27, 2011
Rose McGee is scheduled to complete her master's degree in the Department of Veterinary Science at UK this Read More
Wet Weather Stirs Up Insects
May 27, 2011
As rain continues across the state, insects might find their way into people's waterlogged backyards, homes, Read More
New Antibiotic Susceptibility Method Available Through UKVDL
May 26, 2011
The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) recently announced the availability of a Read More
Nitrogen Losses in Soil During Wet Weather
May 26, 2011
Wet weather has caused many farm managers to worry about nitrogen losses in their fields, especially in fields Read More
AQHF Funds Gluck Center Research Projects
May 25, 2011
The American Quarter Horse Foundation will fund two equine research projects at the University of Kentucky Read More
Best Management Practices for Environmental Systems
May 25, 2011
Steps to take after heavy rains to prevent further soil loss, erosion, forage loss, and pasture damage. Read More
Equine Herpesvirus Research Ongoing at the UK Gluck Center
May 24, 2011
The recent spread of a neurologic form of equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) at a cutting horse show in Ogden, Read More
Quiz Tests Equestrians' Rider Safety
May 24, 2011
Are you aware of the potential accidents that could happen if you're not well-versed in the safety rules of Read More
Grayson-Jockey Club Foundation Funds Wobbler Research
May 23, 2011
The study "Orthopedic and Genetic Roles in Wobbler Syndrome" is being carried out at the Gluck Equine Research Read More
UK Equine Initiative Farm and Facilities Expo
May 23, 2011
Hands-on instruction from UK staff, plus equine and farm equipment displays, at 2011 Farm and Facilities Expo. Read More
Kentucky Nonprofit Network Holds Town Hall Meetings
April 22, 2011
At the meetings, nonprofit leaders--such as those associated with equine organizations--can learn more about the program including how to use its tools to keep an organization healthy and stable, improve effectiveness, and provide transparency and ac Read More
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Rebekah Cosden
April 22, 2011
A Maryland native and lifelong horse enthusiast, Rebekah Cosden's research focus at the Gluck Equine Research Center has been on equine musculoskeletal science. She completed her research in the laboratory of James MacLeod, VMD, PhD, John S. and Read More
Commentary: When in France
April 22, 2011
Bob Coleman, PhD, PAS, associate director for undergraduate education in equine science and management and extension horse specialist, gives his perspective on a recent trip to France.
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Time to Assess Eastern Tent Caterpillar Populations
April 21, 2011
Eastern tent caterpillars (ETC) were identified as the cause of foal loss during the mare reproductive loss syndrome outbreaks in 1999-2001. Over the last three years, ETC populations in Central Kentucky have been increasing gradually but there are Read More
UK and UofL Equine Programs Collaborate
April 21, 2011
Equine industry and equine higher education programs have much in common: Just as the industry is at its best when different disciplines and niches work together, higher education is also strongest when complementary programs unite. The University of Read More
Gluck Equine Research Foundation Releases Second Research Report
April 20, 2011
The University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Foundation published its Research Report 2010 in late March of this year. The Research Report 2010 focuses on the University of Kentucky Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center faculty's research Read More
UKVDL Investigating Oral Lesion Reports
April 20, 2011
Since early February, the University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) has been receiving reports from veterinarians who have seen large numbers of horses (mostly Saddlebreds) with oral lesions. The lesions have sometimes been Read More
Kentucky Equine Law Journal Ranked in Top 100
April 20, 2011
The University of Kentucky College of Law journal Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agricultural, and Natural Resources Law (KJEANRL) was recently ranked one of the top 100 law journals of 2010 by the Washington and Lee University School of Law. This is a Read More
