Washington State University Extension to provide prediabetes risk screening in SW WA
WSU Extension helps Washington residents learn if they are at risk for diabetes in April screenings.
Youth & Families Program Unit
21 CAHNRS faculty members advance through 2021 tenure, promotion
21 faculty members advance careers in research, outreach, and education in 2021.
WSU nutrition education classes go online to keep families healthy
COVID-19 has made it harder for people to meet and learn in person, including Washington parents and caregivers who need help ensuring their families have food to eat.
Cross-college partnership to help rural Washington families prevent opioid addiction
Researchers at Washington State University will help rural families and communities prevent opioid addiction through training and education, in a new project funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The two-year project is led by Elizabeth Weybright, associate professor and Adolescent Extension Specialist with WSU’s Department of Human Development, and funded by a $392,866 USDA […]
WSU Consumer food safety specialist wins multiple food safety awards
Stephanie Smith’s research looks at how consumer food handling trends impact the general public. For her work, WSU’s Consumer Food Safety Specialist and assistant professor won first place from the Program Excellence Through Research Award from the Washington Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (WEAFCS). “It’s always a thrill for your research to be […]
Margaret Viebrock’s 50 years with WSU Extension parallels evolving roles of women in agriculture
After 50 years with Washington State University, award-winning Family & Consumer Scientist Margaret Viebrock remains fueled by a passion to help families. “The legacy of WSU Extension is helping people right where they are,” Viebrock said. As the director of WSU Chelan and Douglas County Extension, she leads continuing education programs in local communities tackling […]
Adolescence researcher, Extension partner Elizabeth Weybright leads WSU’s Youth and Families unit
Elizabeth Weybright is the new leader of WSU Extension’s Youth and Families Program Unit.
COVID-19 agriculture regulations present challenges to Washington growers
WSU Extension faculty and staff are working to provide training and resources to Washington’s agriculture industry as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact Washington state. “COVID-19 is affecting the food supply chain,” said Girish Ganjyal, Associate Professor and Extension Food Processing Specialist at Washington State University. “When whole plants shut down, supply distribution is disrupted.” […]
New from Extension: Field grafting grapes, rules for micro food companies, community risk prevention, and resilience after wildfire
Extension scientists share new information that helps grape growers, cattle producers, health professionals and families, and small food companies.
WSU Extension food safety experts share ways to protect your family, community during COVID-19
Extension team offers free guides to shop, plan meals, feed families safely
