Organic agriculture key to feeding the world sustainablyHundreds of published studies show that organic farming can produce sufficient yields, be profitable for farmers, protect and improve the environment and be safer for farm workers. |
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Policy training helps students tackle global challengesA new certificate program, Carbon and Nitrogen Systems Policy-Oriented Integrated Research and Education (C-NSPIRE), trains graduate students to understand the carbon and nitrogen cycles and how they relate to the environment and public policy. |
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Extending the growing season for baby-leaf salad greensReady-to-eat salad mixes have tremendously increased in popularity and sales. Looking for ways to meet demand and extend the production season, WSU scientists are evaluating salad cultivars for spring and fall crops. |
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Crop rotation increases maize yields in MalawiCrop rotations, in conventional or conservation agriculture tillage systems, could help boost maize yields in Malawi. Learn more about this research by WSU postdoc Dan TerAvest in this article published by Scidev.net. |
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Could a mushroom save a honeybee?Two scientists in Washington are investigating an unconventional remedy for the plight of the honeybee: the mushroom. Watch Oregon Public Broadcasting’s video and learn more. |
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