New WSU Extension program growing network of Northwest shiitake producers November 29, 2023 A new WSU Extension program is teaching aspiring mushroom producers how to grow shiitake on logs for market.
WSU Extension resources support ag workers’ mental health November 20, 2023 To address high suicide rates in the ag field, Washington State University Extension is supporting the mental health of thousands of agricultural workers statewide through services, programming, and one-on-one financial counseling.
WSU researchers to study feasibility of organic Inland Northwest wheat November 15, 2023 Scientists will study the best way to shift to organic wheat farming through a new USDA grant.
Acidic Soils Solutions: a soil acidity management workshop series November 14, 2023 WSU Extension hosts a series of soil acidity management workshops for growers.
Heavy duty grasses could replace artificial turf on athletic fields November 8, 2023 New two-year WSU study will identify grass breeds that can stand up to tough punishment.
New from WSU Extension: poplar trees as energy crops, and economics of ‘Duke’ blueberries November 8, 2023 New guides examine hybrid poplar as a bioenergy crop, and look at the feasibility of the Duke blueberry.
Food scientists welcome Philippines visitors for deep dive in snack advances October 26, 2023 School of Food Science researchers welcomed professionals from Southeast Asia for training and ideas driving a $50 billion snack industry.
Cosmic Crisp® hot air balloon floats over WSU Pullman campus October 19, 2023 Cosmic Crisp® lovers, keep your eyes peeled Friday morning for a 75-foot apple soaring over Washington State University’s Pullman campus.
New Crop and Soil chair brings years of experience and first-hand familiarity to role October 3, 2023 Lynne Carpenter-Boggs will take on a new role as chair of WSU’s Department of Crop and Soil Sciences.
Desire to improve food safety leads Afghan student to WSU, national fellowship September 26, 2023 Barakatullah Mohammadi has received a prestigious Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Fellowship.