Across the United States, forests face unprecedented threats, and scientists in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences are conducting novel and complex research to conserve them.
Community scientists work to protect Pennsylvania's wild bees
Exploring new approaches to cope with a changing climate
The associate research professor in the Department of Entomology is at the forefront of efforts to halt the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly
Research explores intersection of gender with underutilized wild plants to combat food insecurity in Southeast Asia
Select microgreens in custom diet may help deliver desired nutrients
Researchers reveal how dietary selenium initiates death of dangerous stem cells
Farmers are accustomed to producing crops and other goods, but a study led by College of Agricultural Sciences researchers suggests the social media platform TikTok may help them cultivate something new: empathy about climate change.
Solitary insects face added risk from heat-wave, pathogen infection
USDA grant funds study to measure effectiveness in curbing water pollution
Newly identified protein function may reveal understanding of lifetime fertility
Sourdough starter research raises hope for better bread choices
Leaf disease puts beech trees in jeopardy
Leveraging emerging technologies to support people and the planet
The college's greenhouses allow researchers and educators to conduct experiments in a controlled environment year-round.
At the front lines of fighting avian influenza in Pa.
From Research Discoveries to Marketplace Solutions
Empowering the next generation of farmers
The plant pathologist may be new to her role as assistant dean for graduate education, but she has deep roots in the college
Roush retires; Kulcsár named interim dean
Stronger paper bags, reused repeatedly then recycled for biofuel
Corn-colonizing fungus may help the crop repel disease, grow larger
Discovery of root anatomy gene may lead to breeding more resilient corn crops
Private landowners in Pennsylvania are open to the use of controlled fires.
Processing doesn't cut cocoa's health benefits
For family members taking care of a relative's child as a result of the opioid crisis, it can be difficult to navigate assuming custody.
Wasps harness power of pitcher plants in first-ever observed defense strategy
Immune cells may hold clues to vitamin D absorption
Collaborative work authored by college grad students
Budding Food Scientist Named 2023 Outstanding Senior in College of Ag Sciences