New from WSU Extension: poplar trees as energy crops, and economics of ‘Duke’ blueberries
New guides examine hybrid poplar as a bioenergy crop, and look at the feasibility of the Duke blueberry.
Environment
Mentor program bridges Indigenous knowledge, Western science to build tribal capacity, protect ecosystems
Graduates can connect with Native knowledge holders and western science mentors to support Tribes and understand keystone ecosystems.
Hooting season is here: appreciating owls’ autumn symphony of sound
With days growing shorter, owls contribute haunting calls to the symphony of the night. WSU scientists study how human activity can impact bird communication and survival.
Biofuels pioneer Bin Yang named Fellow of American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Creating plant-based fuels that are easier on the environment and the pocketbook, Washington State University Professor Bin Yang makes a positive impact through chemical engineering. Yang is now one of the newest Fellows of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), a professional society of more than 60,000 scientists in 110 countries. He will be […]
WSU Extension helps prevent Washington food waste through education, outreach
WSU Extension professionals are reducing food waste across the state through education and outreach.
Lamb Weston donation helps WSU Master Gardeners enhance sustainability education
Through a gift from Lamb Weston, WSU Master Gardener Program volunteers in central Washington will help their communities become more sustainable and food secure.
Crop-defending scientist Lindsey du Toit leads WSU Plant Pathology Dept.
Lindsey du Toit is the first woman to lead WSU Plant Pathology as full, regular chair.
WSU student’s internship takes him on hunt for elusive birds
Kenny Hernandez spent his summer internship in marshes, fields, and offices to help wildlife.
New academy to connect specialty crop professionals across regions for climate resilience
A new training academy launched by researchers at Washington State University will help professionals supporting fruits, vegetables, seeds, and other specialty crops vulnerable to climate change build resiliency through forward-thinking conversations. Funded by a $1.5 million Climate Hub grant from the USDA Agriculture and Food Research Initiative’s Foundational and Applied Science Program, a team led […]
Asia-Pacific partners get look at WSU research for Skagit Valley’s exported specialty crops
Sharing research that helps Washington’s Skagit Valley specialty-crop producers supply the world, scientists at WSU’s Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center gave members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) an in-field look at current projects on soil-biodegradable plastic mulch, soil health, and disease defense. Visiting Mount Vernon on Friday, Aug. 4, five APEC-member secretaries or […]
