Plant Science & Landscape Architecture
New Center on Soil Research Addresses Industry Needs for Reliable Sensors
An interdisciplinary group of researchers have established an industry-driven center for advanced soil science research.
Celebrating Connecticut Agriculture
With roots in traditional agriculture, CAHNR highlighted the future of this critical industry in Connecticut as part of the state's ag week celebrations
April 3, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD
A Shortage of Native Seeds is Slowing Land Restoration Across the US, which is Crucial for Tackling Climate Change and Extinctions
Restoration projects require vast quantities of native seeds – but commercial supplies fall far short of what’s needed
March 31, 2023 | Julia Kuzovkina, Professor of Horticulture and John Campanelli, Ph.D. student in plant science and landscape architecture
CAHNR Recognizes Teaching, Research, and Service Excellence
CAHNR faculty, staff, students, and alums come together to be recognized for their contributions to the College
March 30, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD
UConn Launches New Cannabis Cultivation Minor
Responding to student interest and market opportunities, the minor supports workforce development in the state
March 7, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD
Elaine Lee Selected as First CAHNR Leadership Fellow
In this role, Lee provides leadership to advance CAHNR's Strategic Vision
March 3, 2023 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Uprooting Invasive Plants by Honoring Family Roots
Thanks to his CAHNR education, Christian Allyn created a business that uses science to combat the invasive plants he's been tackling since childhood
February 22, 2023 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
UConn to Host Cannabis Research Conference
Bringing together experts in plant science, law, health, and pharmaceutical sciences, UConn’s Cannabis Symposium aims to connect research with industry in this growing field
February 2, 2023 | Jessica McBride, PhD
CAHNR Recognizes Mike O’Neill for Service and Sense of Humor as Head of UConn Extension
With boundless energy, a sense of humor, and an eclectic collection of bow ties, Mike O'Neill elevated UConn Extension and helped advance CAHNR's mission
January 31, 2023 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
The Road(side) to a Thriving Native Ecosystem
UConn researchers are launching a project to plant native plant species along New England roadsides to support pollinators and biodiverse ecosystems.
January 20, 2023 | Anna Zarra Aldrich '20 (CLAS), Office of the Vice President for Research