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Practitioners' Day at Equine Infectious Disease Conference
August 24, 2012
This program will feature some of the most significant findings presented at the EID conference. Read More
New Diagnostic Assay for EPM Developed
August 23, 2012
A new EPM test uses three antigens to measure the antibody response to parasite infection in serum or CSF. Read More
Three Inductees Named to UK Equine Research Hall of Fame
August 23, 2012
The Gluck Equine Research Foundation will induct three into the UK Equine Research Hall of Fame on Sept. 23. Read More
Watch Drought-Stressed Pastures for Fall Armyworms
August 23, 2012
While fall armyworm is a pest of cattle and horse pastures, it should not affect horses. Read More
Equine West Nile not a Huge Problem for Kentucky to Date
August 23, 2012
Infected horses present with ataxia, which is a lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements. Read More
UK to Host <i>Lawsonia</i> Symposium
August 21, 2012
The L. intracellularis symposium will take place Nov. 15 at the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Read More
Plan Ahead to Reseed Pastures Best Results
August 14, 2012
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects. Read More
Gluck Anniversary, Equine Research Hall of Fame Dates Set
July 29, 2012
Gluck Center to host Equine Research Hall of Fame on Sept. 23 and a 25th anniversary celebration on Sept. 24. Read More
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Juliana Roberta Campos
July 28, 2012
Campos' anticipated graduation is in fall 2012. She hopes to pursue a PhD thereafter.
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Toxin Topic: Blue-Green Algae Poisoning
July 28, 2012
Most animals exposed to these algae toxins die suddenly. Treatment is supportive care based on clinical signs. Read More
Gluck Center Develops New PCR Assay for EHV-1
July 27, 2012
Kathryn Smith developed and validated a new real-time polymerase chain reaction assay for equine herpesvirus. Read More
2012 Kentucky Equine Survey's Final Fundraising Push
July 27, 2012
The 2012 Kentucky Equine Survey is in the final stages of data collection. Read More
Extension Celebrates 100 Years of County Agents
July 24, 2012
Extension agents have been providing unbiased, research-based information to Kentucky farmers for a century. Read More
UKVDL 2012 Forage Nitrate Testing Guidelines
July 24, 2012
Nitrate accumulation in forages is a real concern this season due to current drought conditions. Read More
Revise Equine Management Strategies for Hot, Dry Weather
July 05, 2012
Take stock of their pastures and consider other management options, such as providing horses with hay. Read More
Creating Hardened Surfaces in Horses' High-Traffic Areas
June 29, 2012
Owners should consider creating surfaces that minimize pastures damage and reduce horse health risks. Read More
Livestock Heat-Stress Emergency Issued as High Temps Persist
June 27, 2012
High temperatures and dry conditions cause a livestock heat stress emergency warning to be issued. Read More
Grazing Management During Drought
June 22, 2012
Good management can help horse owners get the most from their drought-stressed pastures. Read More
Bluegrass Equine Digest Receives AHP Award
June 22, 2012
Now in its third year, the monthly e-newsletter dedicated to equine research at the University of Kentucky. Read More
2012 Kentucky Equine Survey Begins June 25
June 21, 2012
Kentucky's last comprehensive study of this type was conducted in 1977. Read More
Environmental Best Practices for Horse Owners
June 20, 2012
Researchers compiled a set of best management practices to help reduce horse-related environmental pollution. Read More
Gluck Center to Host Equine Infectious Disease Conference
June 19, 2012
The 9th International Conference on Equine Infectious Diseases will take place Oct. 21-26, 2012 in Kentucky. Read More
Practical Biosecurity for Horse Farms
June 17, 2012
Farm owners can take steps to minimize the introduction and spread of infectious equine diseases. Read More
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Ablesh Gautam, BVSc&AH, MS
May 26, 2012
Gautam's research focus is on the surface antigen gene family in the parasite Sarcocystis neurona. Read More
Week of the Month: Hemp Dogbane
May 26, 2012
Hemp dogbane is poisonous to horses. The leaves are toxic at all times, even when dried in haybales. Read More
