Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences honored faculty and staff with awards in teaching, advising, research, extension and outreach, diversity and global engagement during a ceremony on March 10. Emily Zimmerman, assistant professor in natural resource ecology and management and global resource systems, received the Early Achievement in Teaching Award. In addition…
Iowa State University is part of a new study funded by the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR) to explore possible links between soil health, the nutritional value of plants and human health.
Two students in the Horticulture/Landscaping program at Iowa State University recently received a scholarship sponsored by the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) Foundation. The MNLA scholarship program recognizes superior students enrolled in horticultural or landscape studies programs at several area colleges and universities. The scholarships are designed and sponsored by MNLA and its member…
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Congratulations to Dr. Nick Christians, recipient of the Dr. William H. Daniel Award (formerly the Excellence in Research Award). This award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the sports turf industry through his or her research, teaching or extension outreach. Dr. Christians was presented this award at the January STMA (Sports Turf…
Ellen Reed, senior majoring in Horticulture and Global Resource Systems, has been named recipient of the CALS Council Distinguished Service Award for 2021. Congratulations, Ellen.
Suzanne first became interested in both fruit research and Extension while working on a bachelor’s degree in Horticulture at the Pennsylvania State University. After graduation, she joined the lab of Dr. George Sundin to delve into the world of tree fruit diseases, culminating in a master’s degree in plant pathology. Her thesis topics involved dissemination…
Kathleen Delate, professor of horticulture and agronomy is part of a research team developing new corn varieties for organic production.
