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Chelsea Garcia, a graduate student studying in the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, demonstrates lab techniques to fellow graduate students Oliver Otoko and Lidan Gao in the Blesso Lab in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL). Oct. 6, 2023. (Jason Sheldon/UConn Photo)

At UConn CAHNR, We’re More Than Ag

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of “Health” being added to its name, CAHNR is kicking off a year-long celebration of health-related research, education, and extension outreach taking place across the College.

Snow falls across the UConn Storrs campus during the first snowstorm of the season

UConn Earns Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

'A testament to the collective efforts of our faculty, staff, and students in nurturing a culture where education, research, and service intersect to advance societal well-being'

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Exploring Ag Biotech Careers with UConn 4-H

“It was the opportunity of a lifetime and showed me that my career path is one I will enjoy."

Professional headshot of Pedram Rezamand

Pedram Rezamand Appointed Head of UConn Animal Science

A UConn alum and international expert in dairy nutrition, Rezamand will return to the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources in the summer of 2024 to lead the Department of Animal Science

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CAHNR Celebrates Record-Setting Year in Research Success

The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources celebrated faculty and staff who contributed to the College's record-breaking grant success

Preserving beets using canning technique, from farm to pantry

Ask UConn Extension: From Harvest to Feast with Home Food Preservation

Here are a few essential tips to ensure food safety when preserving foods at home

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CAHNR Celebrates Students, Donors at Annual Scholars Celebration

Hundreds of students and their families joined donors and CAHNR administration to celebrate achievement, generosity, and community

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Strengthening the Danbury Community with UConn Extension

From STEM programs to nutrition education, Danbury Public Schools and UConn Extension collaborate to help the community

A group of seven people uses garden tools to make a clearing for rain garden installation on school grounds.

Extension Educators Launch School-Based Green Infrastructure Initiative

Supported by a $100,000 grant from the EPA, the program will partner with two CT school districts and three sustainable development organizations to bring hands-on projects to students and teachers

Roasted turkey garnished with cranberries on a rustic style table decoraded with pumpkins, gourds, asparagus, brussel sprouts, baked vegetables, pie, flowers, and candles.

Eight ‘Always’ Rules for Holiday Food Safety

Follow these steps for a safe holiday meal, and you'll definitely be thankful