University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Articles by: University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Weed of the Month: Horsenettle

Weed of the Month: Horsenettle

Horsenettle is distributed widely across most of the United States, especially in the eastern half and the western coastal states.

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Algal Blooms Pose Danger to Livestock

Animals that consume water with some types of algal blooms can die suddenly or suffer from weakness, staggering, or photosensitization depending on the type of toxin and how much they ingested.

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UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Jennifer Janes

Janes’ main research focus has been investigating the roles of orthopedic pathology and genetic determinants in equine cervical stenotic myelopathy, commonly known as wobbler syndrome.

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Grazing Summer Grasses: What to Expect

What types of grass are growing in your horse’s pasture during the summer? Here’s a look at which ones are desirable and which ones aren’t.

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Feeding Type-1 PSSM Horses

UK to Host Eastern Kentucky Grazing Day

The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Morgan County extension research farm in West Liberty.

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Weed of the Month: Common Ragweed

Weed of the Month: Common Ragweed

Common ragweed is distributed widely across the United States and occurs in pastures and cultivated crops. Infestations in pastures are usually more of a problem during periods of drought or when overgrazing occurs.

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When and How to Re-Establish Horse Pastures

When the majority of a field becomes unsuitable, it might be time to start over. Here’s what to consider before you begin and how to re-establish your pastures.

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Creepy Crawlies

Protecting Horses from Ticks

Ticks might be tough opponents, but there are things you can do to reduce pasture infestations and protect horses.

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UK Ag Equine Programs Receives Two AHP Awards

In the online equine-related newsletter category, the Bluegrass Equine Digest, a partnership between UK Ag Equine Programs and TheHorse.com, with sponsorship by Zoetis, nabbed the top spot.

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