December 7, 2018
U.S. agriculture uses about a billion pounds of plastic annually, and much of that material ends up in landfills, rivers, oceans and even our food and beverages.
Food & Agriculture
November 30, 2018
Millions of tons of cotton and cellulose waste may be kept out of landfills by spinning it into valuable fibers for new clothing.
November 29, 2018
David Brown, associate professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, is the new director of AgWeatherNet, Washington’s agricultural weather network.
November 19, 2018
“People come here hungry for knowledge,” said Brisbane. “I help feed them.”
November 13, 2018
The research fellowships will promote agricultural productivity, food security and economic growth through international collaboration.
More Food & Agriculture
November 6, 2018
Eight WSU Extension faculty members and their teams were honored for their community support by the National Extension Association for Family and Consumer Sciences.
November 2, 2018
Compost helps organic farms grow food more economically and sustainably.
October 19, 2018
Food industry professionals can learn about the latest risks and defenses for foodborne illness at the 38th Annual Food Safety and Sanitation Workshop.
October 15, 2018
Food box program helps families eat more nutritious meals, while giving rural farms and retailers a healthier economic base.
October 12, 2018
Equipped with a USDA grant, WSU researchers will lead a multistate project working with orchardists and cider makers to develop the best apples.
October 10, 2018
In many global regions, when a cow or sheep gets sick, it can severely affect a farm family’s herd, human health, education and finances for years.
October 9, 2018
WSU Extension Agent Paul Carter has earned the 2018 Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.
October 4, 2018
Early results indicate effective new way to combat honeybee colony collapse crisis.
October 3, 2018
Salmon exposed to toxic stormwater runoff can die in a matter of hours, and scientists are asking for Puget Sound area residents’ help in identifying affected streams.
October 1, 2018
WSU and Australia’s University of Technology Sydney have partnered to speed robotic advancements that help farmers grow food with fewer resources.
September 27, 2018
Tropical Dream, a creamy mix of sweet coconut and tangy pineapple first produced in the 1960s, is back for Homecoming Weekend.
September 24, 2018
Professor Jonathan Yoder to lead national research team supported by a $5 million, 5-year grant.
September 19, 2018
Two national research teams led by WSU scientists are working to protect grapes, onions and garlic from pests and diseases.
September 15, 2018
WSU alumni Ken and Sue Christianson are donating $1 million to help build the Honey Bee and Pollinator Research Facility on the Pullman campus.
September 5, 2018
“Home Grown Malts,” a showcase of craft beers made with regionally grown and malted grains, to be featured Sept. 15 in the Hollingbery Fieldhouse.
September 5, 2018
Apples, pears, wheat, potatoes, the bounty of Northwest agriculture depends on transportation. But that vital infrastructure is often old, crumbling and inefficient.