Category: Food & Agriculture

WSU scientists are launching new research to find safe, organic-friendly ways to defeat post-harvest diseases and foodborne illnesses in apples and pears.

Like many student-run clubs across the WSU system, the COVID-19 pandemic was a huge financial strain on the Horticulture Club.

With the $100,000 grant, WSU scientists will analyze 20 years of satellite imagery to learn if a lengthened growing season is allowing farmers to grow two crops in one season.

The five‑year National Science Foundation grant will fund research training focused on the relationships among waterways and communities.

Grapes grown on the north shore of Lake Chelan produced wine with a fresh citrus taste and mineral notes while grapes on the south end of the lake made wine with tropical and fruity characteristics.

Graduate student Aichatou Waziri is working to boost micronutrients, such as iron and zinc, in existing crops like wheat and other grains around the world.

The new National Science Foundation-funded effort will help Inland Mountain West communities face the challenges of extended droughts, frequent wildfires, and population growth.

A deadly parasite in cattle may initially infect animals with multiple strains of the disease Bovine Anaplasmosis at the same time, according to new WSU research.

Scientists at Washington State University are working to introduce a better, more sustainable mulch and weed blocker for organic farmers.

WSU staff are part of an international effort to build agricultural sector growth, food security, natural resources management and improved nutrition.