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Hablemos De Insectos

When April 24, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where 324 Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building

Join our last Hablemos de Agricultura of the semester for a special presentation by Dr. Kara Fikrig, Assistant Professor of Entomology! The presentation and conversation will be in Spanish. All skill levels are welcome!

College of Ag Sciences alumna’s legacy: research and growing global impact

Long before she led reforestation efforts in her native Lebanon, Maya Nehme was a graduate student in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences, researching ways to combat invasive species threatening forests. Even then, her vision extended beyond the lab — helping to inspire what would become the college’s international agriculture and development graduate dual-title degree program, known as INTAD.

Penn State strengthens water education network

As questions about water quality grow more complex across Pennsylvania, Penn State is working to strengthen how research connects with communities. “The Confluence: Water Research and Extension In-Service Day” recently brought together researchers and Penn State Extension educators to learn, plan and network.

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Compost Testing

Compost testing is important for characterizing the beneficial physical and chemical properties of a compost, as well as, for identifying potential problems with compost use.

Commencement Ceremonies

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Former Ag Sciences dean creates student experience funds

Bruce McPheron and his wife, Marilyn, have made both a future pledge and an outright gift to support student experience opportunities in the College of Agricultural Sciences Department of Entomology and at the Frost Entomological Museum.

Insect Pests - Trap Count Data

Weekly update information on trap counts for Codling Moth, Obliquebanded Leafroller, Oriental Fruit Moth, Redbanded Leafroller, Spotted Tentiform Leafminer, and Tufted Apple Bud Moth.

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Search Committee Training and Resources

To receive access to applications, cover letters, and resumes in Workday, employees must first review the College of Agricultural Sciences Search Committee Training.

Spring Applications for the Coaly Society At Penn State due April 28

The undergraduate leadership honor society recognizes students who exemplify leadership excellence in extracurricular activities within the College of Agricultural Sciences.

Agriculture and Environment Center

The center is a focal point for cross-disciplinary research and outreach on air and water quality, soil conservation, invasive species, climate change and other environmental issues of consequence to agriculture.

Plant scientists receive $1.96M NIH grant to study plant-bacteria partnerships

A team of plant scientists in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences has received a $1.96 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health to fund a study of how beneficial plant-bacteria partnerships evolve, persist, and can be harnessed to improve health and agriculture.

Former Ag Sciences Dean Creates Student Experience Funds for Entomology, Frost Museum

Bruce McPheron and his wife, Marilyn, have made both a future pledge and an outright gift to support student experience opportunities in the College of Agricultural Sciences Department of Entomology and at the Frost Entomological Museum.

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