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Ticks Emerging Earlier than Normal
May 25, 2012
Ticks typically begin to appear in late spring and early summer, but were reported weeks earlier this year. Read More
Kentucky Hay Yields Down
May 25, 2012
Lower yields are due to a variety of reasons and depend on the type of hay produced and the producer's loc Read More
Ky. Thoroughbred Farms Take Part in L. intracellularis Study
May 24, 2012
The study on Lawsonia intracellularis involves 14 Thoroughbred farms and 600 Thoroughbreds in Kentucky. Read More
New Horseman's Card Supports Equine Research
May 24, 2012
Every time a cardholder uses his or her card, the Gluck Center receives a donation. Read More
<i>Sarcocystis Neurona</i> Genome Project Almost Complete
May 24, 2012
S. neurona causes the common neurologic disease equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). Read More
Joint Disease and Cartilage Repair in Horses
May 23, 2012
Joint disease is a common lameness cause and a primary reason why many horses' athletic careers end. Read More
Western Kentucky Equine Field Day Scheduled for June 5
May 23, 2012
The field day will take place June 5, 2012, from 4-8 p.m. CDT at Darling 888 Ranch, located in Princeton, Ky. Read More
Cloning and Embryo Transfer Legal Issues
May 23, 2012
The legality of cloning and embryo transfer in horses were discussed at a recent equine law convention. Read More
Fourth Annual UK Equine Farm and Facilities Expo Scheduled
May 23, 2012
UK's Ag Equine Programs will host an Equine Farm and Facilities Expo Thursday, May 31, 2012, from 4-8 p.m. EDT Read More
Gluck Center Reproductive Health Faculty to Speak at WCERS
May 21, 2012
The West Coast Equine Reproduction Symposium IV will be held Nov. 27-29 in Buellton, Calif. Read More
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Elizabeth M. Woodward
April 28, 2012
Woodward has focused her research on endometrial inflammation after breeding. Read More
UK's Lawrence Receives Distinguished Service Professorship
April 27, 2012
Lawrence has been involved with UK's Ag Equine Programs since its inception as the Equine Initiative in 2005. Read More
UK Launching Study of Equine-Guided Leadership in Nurses
April 27, 2012
The study will assess if Equine Guided Leadership Education is effective at developing emotional intelligence. Read More
Fertilization and Early Pregnancy Loss in Mares
April 27, 2012
One of the most important causes of embryo loss during early gestation is post-breeding endometritis. Read More
Grayson-Jockey Club Funds Vaccination Immune Response Study
April 26, 2012
This project will evaluate NSAIDs' effect on a horse's ability to benefit from a commercial influenza vaccine. Read More
Gluck Releases Third Research Report
April 26, 2012
The University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Foundation published its 2011 Research Report in late March. Read More
Gluck Center Researchers to Speak at KER Conference
April 25, 2012
Martin Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. EVPC, and Amanda Adams, PhD, will present at the conference. Read More
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Egg Hatch Under Way in Central Ky.
March 24, 2012
Experts report that this year's Eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch is about a week ahead of average. Read More
Ionophore Intoxication in Horses
March 21, 2012
A recent recall of horse feed contaminated with the ionophore antibiotic monensin has prompted many questions. Read More
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Sanjay Sarkar
February 25, 2012
Sanjay Sarkar is a PhD candidate at the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center. Read More
Like UK College of Agriculture on Facebook
February 25, 2012
The UK College of Agriculture has several equine-related Facebook pages with the latest news and information. Read More
Earlier Pasture Growth in 2012: Implications for Tall Fescue
February 24, 2012
In Kentucky and surrounding states, winter has been abnormally mild; pastures will likely "green up" earlier. Read More
Mild Winter Impacts Weed Emergence
February 23, 2012
The mild winter weather and excellent soil moisture have resulted in rapid growth of many cool-season weeds Read More
Weed of the Month: Yew, <i>Taxus</i>
February 22, 2012
Taxus species, frequently called "yew" are used as ornamentals in much of the eastern U.S. and Canada. Read More
Reproduction Facility Opens at UK Maine Chance Equine Campus
February 21, 2012
The grand opening celebration for the University of Kentucky's Equine Reproduction Facilities was held Feb. 2. Read More
