Plant Science & Landscape Architecture

Person holding biochar

Biochar and Microbe Synergy: A Path to Climate-Smart Farming

Biochar has recently emerged as a 'Climate-Smart Agriculture' since it improves many aspects of agricultural sustainability without the negative environmental consequences associated with traditional fertilizers. A team of UConn researchers is developing a fuller picture of its environmental and agricultural benefits

Grass with the word "super invaders" layered over it

Super Invaders

UConn Greenhouses and the UConn Forest serve as living laboratories, where researchers are helping to determine what gives super invaders the competitive advantage

Elderly woman stands near tree

Unique Tree Enriches UConn’s Landscape

An unassuming tree is rooted in 70 years of friendship and scientific discovery between two UConn greats

Rendering of the Yellow Mill Channel redesign

UConn Landscape Architecture Connecting Bridgeport’s Waterfront

UConn researchers, students, and alumni are working together to make waterfront areas accessible for Bridgeport residents

Man looking at a plant in a greenhouse

Growing Plants in ‘America’s Attic’

From new research to interior displays, CAHNR alum Carl Johnson helps keep the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History alive through horticulture

Drone of Young building and Horsebarn Hill

UConn’s Unique Landscape Architecture Program Reaccredited

The CAHNR program has been re-accredited for four more years by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB)

Students working with tomato plants

Sustainable Plant and Soil Systems Major Becomes Plant Science in 2025

With this change, the major name is more aligned with industry needs and for better understanding by prospective students

Chief of Staff Michelle Williams (left), CAHNR Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education Kumar Venkitanarayanan (center), and Head of the Department of Pathobiology and Veterinary Science Paulo Verardi (right)

CAHNR Recognizes Research Success at Annual Event

The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources recognized the innovative work of faculty and the dedicated contribution of staff to CAHNR's research enterprise

CAHNR Student speaks with donor

CAHNR Annual Scholars Celebration Brings Together Students, Donors, and Families

Over 130 students and their families joined donors and CAHNR administration to celebrate achievement, generosity, and community

WB Young Building

A Message to the CAHNR Community on Low Completion/Enrollment Academic Programs

From Dean Indrajeet Chaubey on CAHNR academic programs