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UK's Equine Initiative Renamed UK Ag Equine Programs
February 20, 2012
The College of Agriculture instituted this name change to better reflect UK's breadth of equine offerings. Read More
Weed of the Month: White Snakeroot
January 28, 2012
White snakeroot is a warm-season perennial frequently found in shaded areas of pastures near streams or woods. Read More
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Stephen Coleman
January 28, 2012
Stephen Coleman completed his PhD in Veterinary Science at the UK under Jamie MacLeod, VMD, PhD. Read More
UK Study on Muscle Mass in Older Horses Under Way
January 27, 2012
A researcher is examining how age-related and geriatric disases affect protein metabolism. Read More
Breeding Soundness Exams for Stallions
January 27, 2012
A stallion must be in good physical condition and not overweight at the start of the breeding season. Read More
Broodmares' Nutritional Needs During Late Gestation
January 25, 2012
A pregnant mare should maintain a healthy weight to support both the fetus' and her own calorie needs. Read More
Central Ky. County Agents Host 'Pastures Please!' Workshops
January 25, 2012
This year's program will focus on pasture weed control, reducing parasite loads, and when to fertilize. Read More
Dates Set for 2012 KENA Networking Meetings
January 24, 2012
Topics to be covered include lameness causes, equine acupuncture, and building equine facilities. Read More
Norm Luba Named 2011 Friend of the UK Equine Initiative
December 17, 2011
Luba was recognized for his leadership, vision, and work on behalf of the Equine Initiative. Read More
UK to Host Equine Showcase and Breeders' Short Course
December 17, 2011
The events will take place Jan 20-21, 2012 at the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Read More
Advances in Equine Neurological Disease Symposium a Success
December 16, 2011
Featured topics included equine protozoal myeloencephalitis, wobbler syndrome, and neurologic herpesvirus. Read More
Relative Feed Value of Hay
December 15, 2011
Good-quality hay is an important component of a horse's diet in the winter when fresh pasture is unavailable. Read More
UKVDL Records Rise in Equine Leptospirosis Cases
December 15, 2011
As Kentucky progresses through a near-record rainfall year, the UKVDL has observed leptospirosis abortions. Read More
Kentucky Farm Cash Receipts Exceed $5 Billion
December 13, 2011
Kentucky's farm economy did well in 2011, with farm cash receipts likely to exceed $5 billion. Read More
Weed of the Month: Perilla Mint
November 21, 2011
Perilla mint plants are toxic to horses and the greatest risk of consumption is in late summer or early fall. Read More
Gluck Researcher Featured Presenter in Parasite Webinar
October 28, 2011
Nielsen presented during TheHorse.com's webinar entitled "Horse Worms: Learning to Live with Them." Read More
Planning for Winter on Kentucky Horse Farms
October 27, 2011
Planning for winter now can help Kentucky horse owners prevent cold-weather horse care inconveniences later. Read More
Nielsen Joins Gluck Center Faculty
October 27, 2011
Nielsen joined the UK Gluck Equine Research Center as an assistant professor in parasitology in August. Read More
Kentucky Equine Receipts Might Stabilize in 2011
October 23, 2011
Strong cash receipts will likely propel Kentucky's agricultural sector, including equine, forward in 2011. Read More
Broodmare Nutrition: Preparing for Fall and Winter
October 23, 2011
Mares in good body condition have a reservoir of stored fat that can be used during cold winter weather. Read More
UK Graduate Spotlight: Katheryn Cerny
October 22, 2011
Katheryn Cerny will complete her master's in veterinary science at the University of Kentucky in early 2012. Read More
Mare Response to Endometritis Treatment
October 22, 2011
In some mares chronic uterine inflammation is a persistent problem that can interfere with pregnancy. Read More
Adams Named Assistant Research Professor at Gluck Center
October 20, 2011
Adams' research in her new position will focus on equine immunology, gerontology, and nutrition. Read More
Weed of the Month: Henbit
October 20, 2011
Henbit and purple deadnettle are winter annual weeds of the same genus and are often confused with each other. Read More
UKVDL Nocardioform Placentitis Study Update
September 24, 2011
The UKVDL reported an increased number of abortions and abnormal placentas due to nocardioform placentitis. Read More
