Extension
Advancing Food Safety from Farm to Table through UConn Extension
Since joining UConn Extension in 2019, Upadhyaya has helped grow a robust, multifaceted food safety program that supports producers across Connecticut and the Northeast
September 15, 2026 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Connecticut Students Turn Environmental Projects into Lasting Community Impact
NRCA CAP Initiative gives Connecticut high school students the first step to tackling environmental issues within their local communities
September 10, 2026 | Esha Desai, for the OVPR
Ask UConn Extension: What to Know About Spotted Lanternfly
As this invasive insect native to parts of Asia becomes more and more prevalent in Connecticut, UConn Extension experts share important information with Connecticut residents
September 9, 2026 | Cole Kunschaft, Evan Lentz, and Lauren Kurtz; College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resource and UConn Extension
Online Home Gardening Course Brings Research-Based Education to Gardeners
The course offers a flexible way to learn from trusted experts
September 8, 2026 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Tracking Statewide Trail Use with the CT Trail Census
A leading-edge program gains insights into use on some of CT’s most impressive assets
August 13, 2026 | Elaina Hancock - UConn Communications
The Garden Help Desk You Didn’t Know You Needed
The Office can address an array of gardening questions about plant health, insects, diseases, when to do routine maintenance like pruning and fertilizing, and even how to start a garden
August 11, 2026 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Turfgrass Field Day Unites UConn Researchers, Industry Professionals
Over 240 members of the turfgrass industry learned about the latest research at UConn and technologies on the market
August 5, 2026 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Sick Plants? UConn’s Plant Diagnostic Laboratory Can Help
"If plants are your livelihood, or you just have a plant in your office that’s not looking so hot, we’re here to help you, and we’re really excited to do it.”
August 4, 2026 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Ask UConn Extension: What to Know About Cyclospora
Cases of the foodborne illness caused by the parasite have been in the news. UConn Extension experts share practical steps to reduce risk and stay healthy
July 29, 2026 | Indu Upadhyaya, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Lessons from the Collinsville Pollinator Trail on Managing Invasive Plants
A group of dedicated volunteers worked together to manage invasive plants in their community
July 28, 2026 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension