by Morgan Adams | Jun 1, 2023 | Hot Topics, News
You asked, we answered. Shipping is now available for the Auburn Agriculture Merch Store, and orders will start to roll out beginning early next week. While the store launched in January for in-store pickups, we didn’t forget about all those comments and questions...
by Paul Hollis | May 31, 2023 | Entomology & Plant Pathology, Research
With scientific research and discovery occurring at a dizzying rate, it’s difficult to imagine there are frontiers yet to be fully explored, but the microbiome is one. While microbiomes have always existed, little is known about their function in plants and animals....
by Kristen Bowman | May 22, 2023 | Crop, Soil & Environmental Sciences, Feature
An internationally recognized cotton breeder has been selected as the next head of the Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences in the Auburn University College of Agriculture. Steven Hague, most recently a professor in the Department of Soil and Crop...
by Kristen Bowman | May 5, 2023 | Hot Topics, Student Spotlight
Auburn University will confer degrees upon hundreds of new alumni the weekend of May 6, and the College of Agriculture is proud of its exceptional members of the 2023 graduating class. Read below about seven who excelled during their time here and are headed on to...
by Taylor Edwards | May 4, 2023 | Feature
The Market at Ag Heritage Park, operated by the College of Agriculture, is back for the summer. Beginning May 25, vendors will set up at Ag Heritage Park with fresh local produce and other farm-made products every Thursday from 3-6 p.m. Zac Jones, research associate...
by Kristen Bowman | May 2, 2023 | Crop, Soil & Environmental Sciences, Research
What happens in a wetland? It’s a simple question with a not-so-simple answer that Auburn University graduate student Olivia LeFevre started studying as an undergraduate under the direction of Associate Professor Thorsten Knappenberger. “I came to Dr. Knappenberger...
by Paul Hollis | Apr 27, 2023 | News, Poultry Science
An Auburn University associate professor and Extension specialist has been appointed to the USDA National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection (NACMPI). “I am honored to accept this appointment to the USDA National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry...
by William Cahalin | Apr 27, 2023 | Student Spotlight
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2023 Spring GRADUATES! The College of Agriculture announces its spring 2023 graduates. The commencement ceremony for the College of Agriculture will be held on Saturday, May 6, at 6 p.m. We would like to recognize the dedication and perseverance...
by Vanna Dupree | Apr 20, 2023 | Hot Topics
The Auburn University College of Agriculture hosted guest speaker and well-known forester Kyle Lybarger on Thursday, April 13. Lybarger is a prominent social media figure and a cofounder of the Native Habitat Project. He and his team aim to promote the restoration of...
by Kristen Bowman | Apr 12, 2023 | Agricultural Economics & Rural Sociology, Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station, Research
The agriculture industry in the United States is one of the most vulnerable to climate change because of its reliance on favorable weather. Because of this, an Auburn University researcher is seeking to fill a need for rigorous, quantitative evidence of how cover...
by Vanna Dupree | Apr 5, 2023 | Agricultural Economics & Rural Sociology, Feature
The College of Agriculture will host well-known forester Kyle Lybarger at the invitation of Assistant Professor Ryan Thomson. Lybarger is scheduled to speak April 13 at 11 a.m. in Comer Hall room 207. With 410.7k followers on TikTok and 198k followers on Instagram,...
by Paul Hollis | Apr 4, 2023 | Entomology & Plant Pathology, Feature
De La Fuente first Auburn researcher to receive EU-funded award An Auburn University researcher and professor is part of an international team of scientists who are playing a pivotal role in combating a disease that is threatening major tree crops around the world....
by Megan Ross | Apr 3, 2023 | Job Opportunities
“Growing Failure into Success” with Abra Lee on April 12 Club participation is a great way to network with fellow students, learn more about bout the industry, and hear the inspiring stories of our alumni. The Crop Soils and Environmental Science club...
by Paul Hollis | Mar 23, 2023 | Agricultural Economics & Rural Sociology, Research
As Congress begins debating a new Farm Bill — including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — an Auburn University research project reveals one of the effects of stricter work requirements for participating in SNAP. SNAP provides nutrition benefits to...
by Taylor Edwards | Mar 14, 2023 | Hot Topics
To kick off Ag Week, the College of Agriculture is hosting an Our Work Seminar featuring Environmental Science graduates on Monday, March 20 in Funchess Hall, Room 246, from 12-1 p.m. Box lunches will be provided to those who register to attend. Ag Council is...
by Megan Ross | Mar 13, 2023 | Job Opportunities
Get an in depth look Environmental Science Careers on Monday, March 20 Our March Our Work Seminar Film will feature three Environmental Science Graduate. Rachel Kuntz, Environmental Scientist with GMC, Chad Hoffman, Program Director with Coosa Riverkeepers, and Jessie...
by Paul Hollis | Mar 8, 2023 | Feature
This past year, Auburn University’s College of Agriculture announced the availability of state-funded research and equipment purchase capital for fiscal year 2023. These competitively awarded grants were offered through the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station...
by Paul Hollis | Mar 8, 2023 | Animal Sciences, Research
Auburn University is one of four U.S. universities to share in a nearly $2.8 million grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The award is part of the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative-Foundational Knowledge of Agricultural...
by Megan Ross | Mar 3, 2023 | Job Opportunities
College of Agriculture Career Fair set for Tuesday, February 21 Handshakes & Headshots Event following Whether you are looking for an internship or a full-time job or want to learn more about the industry, students are invited to attend the College of Agriculture...
by Kristen Bowman | Feb 17, 2023 | Feature
By Brian Wesley and Kristen Bowman Gregory N. Whitis, Auburn alumnus and retired fisheries extension specialist, has printed the second and final edition of the late E.W. Shell’s “The Evolution of the Auburn University Fisheries Program.” The 800-page book includes...
by Kristen Bowman | Feb 15, 2023 | Feature
The 2023 Women in Agriculture Luncheon, hosted by the College of Agriculture at Auburn University, will feature distinguished alumna, writer and horticulturalist Abra Lee. The luncheon will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, at the Auburn Hotel and Conference...
