C.E. Huffman

Oct. 1, 2026

Searching for the ‘super tomato’: UK lab advancing horticultural crop breeding for a healthier future

Five people stand beside the open bed of a pickup truck in a grassy field, posing behind stacks of yellow and green harvest crates filled with tomatoes. The crates contain a variety of tomato sizes and colors, including large red and pink tomatos
Oct. 2, 2026

UK entomologist advances gene-silencing technology to protect forests from invasive pests

Close-up of a tree in a forest that has snapped and split apart, exposing jagged, light-colored wood beneath the bark. A large fallen section of the trunk rests across the broken stump, while surrounding trees and dense green foliage fill the background.
Sept. 29, 2026

UK study finds fungus in Kentucky’s forest grass makes rare bug-fighting chemicals

Two people crouch on a leaf-covered forest floor collecting plant samples during field research. One person holds a small specimen bag while the other reaches toward a cluster of low-growing plants.
Sept. 28, 2026

UK researchers identify mating-related chemical changes in New World screwworm

secondary screwworm posed stretched out with a red background
Sept. 24, 2026

Kentucky basketball great Dan Issel releases long-awaited memoir

Book cover for the basketball and life story of Dan Issel
Sept. 25, 2026

The Arboretum is now home to Little Free Library for books, health-related resources

Two people standing outdoors beside a hand-painted green Little Free Library decorated with blue, white, and purple flowers. One person opens the library door while both look at the children's books displayed on the shelves inside.
Sept. 23, 2026

Community gleaning: The Arboretum’s partnership with Glean Kentucky helps feed Fayette County families

Three people harvest vegetables in a lush community garden on a sunny day. Rows of green plants fill the foreground as the volunteers bend over the crops, gathering produce.
Sept. 21, 2026

UK scientists build most complete genetic map of the brown rat

Close-up of a white rat standing on its hind legs inside a cage, gripping the metal bars with its front paws. The rat has a pink nose, long white whiskers, and dark eyes. Blue plastic cage walls and light-colored bedding are visible in the background.
Sept. 16, 2026

UK opens Meats and Foods Industry Advancement Center to strengthen Kentucky agriculture

A group of people standing outdoors in front of a large modern industrial or educational facility, holding a blue ceremonial ribbon and scissors during a ribbon-cutting event. The building features metal siding and rooftop ventilation equipment.
Sept. 17, 2026

UK dietitians release 1st nutrition-focused guide for alpha-gal syndrome

A shopper in a blue jacket and white cap browses a grocery store produce section, reaching toward packaged foods while standing beside shelves stocked with colorful fruits, vegetables and bottled juices.

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