College of Agriculture, Health & Natural Resources

Milk pour into a mason jar

Bird Flu and Milk: What You Need to Know from UConn Dairy Safety Expert Dennis D’Amico

While cases have not been detected in Connecticut yet, D'Amico answers common questions about the safety of milk products

Dean Indrajeet Chaubey

Chaubey Reappointed as Dean of the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources

During his first term, Chaubey oversaw record growth at CAHNR in research, academics, and extension engagement

Clinton Mathias in his lab in the Jones Building. (Jason Sheldon/UConn Photo)

UConn Professor Patents Novel Food Allergy Treatment

Researchers from UConn and Western New England University found that when mice were exposed to curcumin during an allergic reaction, they did not develop allergic symptoms

Homepage of 4-H Biotech Game

Game On: UConn 4-H Introduces Youth to Biotechnology

A new online game from UConn Extension helps youth build awareness of biotechnology and the potential careers it could lead to

Aerial image of the University of Connecticut during Fall 2023.

Ten Students Earn Awards From Gilman Foundation

Each Gilman Scholar is required to complete a service project upon their return from studying abroad in their campus or home community

Dennis D'Amico may be a professor of animal science, but his background in microbiology has fueled a long-term love of craft brewing.

Food Microbiologist Shares Long-Brewing Passion for Making Craft Beer

Whether it’s to make cheese, ice cream, or beer, Dennis D’Amico’s unique approach to the science of food keeps his passion brewing

Nancy Kirkiles-Smith ’85 (CLAS) ’96 (CAHNR)

CAHNR Alum Nancy Kirkiles-Smith Rediscovers Passion for Nutrition with Weekend Kitchen

Combining her knowledge of immunology and nutrition, Nancy Kirkiles-Smith helps people see that living by the adage "you are what you eat" can also be a lot of fun

Students and UConn Extension faculty work at planting a rain garden next to the Dairy Bar.

Tending Your Garden: New Rain Garden Installation Offers Lessons in Local Impact

'This is really what it's about – the students learning an actual real-world thing that they can put their hands on, something that they can remember, and they can bring their families here and show them'

Young Building

CAHNR Establishes Collaborations with Indian Universities

The agreements allows the College, its students, and faculty to conduct research on a truly global scale

People paddle in a canoe down a flooded street.

UConn Hosts Just Transitions Symposium

A multidisciplinary approach to addressing the climate crisis - and finding solutions