WineVit showcases important WSU student and faculty wine science research
Washington State University research representation was strong at the recent WineVit conference, with many faculty, staff, and students taking home awards for their hard work.
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WSU scientists offer research, advice for successful vineyard management
From unpredictable weather to pests and diseases, vineyard managers contend with a lot of challenges. Sessions at the recent WineVit conference showed that Washington State University scientists are determined to help Washington’s grape growers be successful and prosperous.
WSU scientist contributes to important soil carbon sequestration research
Kirsten Ball, a post-doctoral researcher with WSU’s Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources (CSANR), is working to understand the short- and long-term potential for organic amendments to improve carbon storage in soils of agricultural systems.
WSU Extension awarded grant to promote digital inclusion in rural Grays Harbor County
A new grant will help WSU’s Grays Harbor County Extension advance its mission of bringing digital resources directly to Native nations and rural communities.
WSU tree fruit Extension specialist recognized with Latino Leadership Award
Bernardita Sallato, a WSU assistant professor and tree fruit Extension specialist, received the Latino Leadership Award from the Washington State Tree Fruit Association for her outreach work with the Hispanic community.
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 goals for the department, including combatting climate change’s effect on grapes and curriculum redesign.
WSU IAREC intern to spend year exploring the science behind agriculture
When Alfredo “Freddy” Reyes was working in Yakima Valley orchards as a youth, he didn’t know he’d someday be studying the science behind tree fruit crops. Now he’s gaining valuable agricultural experiences in the field and lab through an internship with WSU IAREC.
WSU to provide resources for small food processors through new WSDA grant
Girish Ganjyal, professor in WSU’s School of Food Science, will use a new grant to provide resources for small growers and food producers.
WSU ecotoxicology professor elected as Entomological Society of America fellow
John Stark, a WSU professor of ecotoxicology and director of the Washington Stormwater Center at the WSU Puyallup Research and Extension Center, has been named an Entomological Society of America fellow.
Award-nominated docuseries looks at challenges of farming on the urban edge
An docuseries directed by WSU Extension faculty member Justin O’Dea portrays the complexities of farming near residential communities.
