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History book chronicles 130-year evolution of agricultural engineering at WSU
As agriculture changed over the last century, so did agricultural engineering at WSU
Learning from indigenous populations common thread in new grants
Three new grants will help promote education and partnerships in communities, with a common focus of working with, and learning from, native populations.
German visiting scholar studies red wine quality, composition at WSU Wine Science Center
As a student in Germany, Ingrid Weilack was inspired by Washington State University enology professor Jim Harbertson. Now, the visiting scholar is experiencing what it’s…
From humble roots: Approaching 50th anniversary of Extension Master Gardener Program in Washington State
How Extension agents launched a novel program that turns 50 in 2023: Extension Master Gardeners.
Q&A: Viticulture & Enology Department Founding Chair Jean Dodson Peterson
Jean Dodson Peterson joined WSU this fall as founding chair of the newly established Department of Viticulture and Enology. In a Q&A, she describes her…
Fresh harvest of WSU’s research-boosting apple hits stores Dec. 1
With each harvest, scientists learn more about how to grow and share the WSU-bred Cosmic Crisp® apple.
Australian professor shares herbicide resistance knowledge during WSU visit
A recent visit from Australian professor Michael Walsh demonstrates that the key to helping WSU weed science researchers battle herbicide resistance could come from Down…
WSU’s Lav Khot, colleagues receive multi-state award for ag drone research, extension
WSU's Lav Khot, center, accepts the National Excellence in Multistate Research Award, Nov. 6, at the APLU Annual Meeting in Denver, Colo., with colleague and…
WSU, FFA partner up to address Washington ag teacher shortage
WSU and FFA teamed up this fall for a statewide event designed to get high school and middle school students excited about careers in agriculture.
In-Person Fairs Are Back! Extension Showcases Its Work Around the State
As in-person fairs roared back to life across Washington, WSU Extension helped make the experience safe and successful