KSU hosted the grand opening of a new hay testing laboratory at its Cooperative Extension Office in Barren County. Farmers can now access not only timely and detailed lab analyses but also expert guidance and consultation to improve hay and forage quality. This free service aims to help producers boost market appeal, grow sales, and strengthen profit margins.
Shreesha Pandeya, a graduate student under Professor Dr. Buddhi R. Gyawali, received the Best Student Presentation Award at the Nepali Academics in America (NACA) 2025 Conference. Her research was honored for academic strength and its wider significance in advancing climate resilience.
KSU had a strong presence at the conference held at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, with faculty, staff, and students contributing to multiple sessions focused on sustainability, and community environment health.
KSU proudly partnered with the Office of the Governor to declare May 2025 as Skin Cancer Awareness Month in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Dr. Frederick Bebe and his research team are spearheading initiatives to safeguard farmers and outdoor workers from skin cancer—the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. The University remains dedicated to raising awareness and equipping farmers with resources to stay safe and successful.
MAY IS OBSERVED AS
MELANOMA AND SKIN CANCER
AWARENESS MONTH
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