This month’s Graduate Ag Research Spotlight is Enrique Velasco. Originally from Bolivia, Velasco studied Agribusiness Management at Zamarano University. During his time at Zamarano, he applied for and received an internship, working with Dr. Ariana Torres, Professor in Horticulture and Agricultural Economics. After graduating from Zamarano, he returned to Purdue to start his master’s program…Read more about Graduate Ag Research Spotlight: Enrique Velasco[Read More]
Purdue awarded $10 million for #DiverseCornBelt project A $10 million project seeks to make Midwestern agriculture more resilient by diversifying farms, marketing and the agricultural landscape. We’ve all heard of hedging a bet or diversifying a portfolio to be able to weather ups and downs, and this is the same concept, said Linda…Read more about HLA Faculty Part of $10 million Grant for #DiverseCornBelt project[Read More]
Aaron Patton, professor of horticulture and landscape architecture (HLA), was recently awarded a fellowship by the American Society of Agronomy (ASA). Fellow is the highest honor conferred by the ASA and recognizes Patton’s contributions in agronomy through Extension and research. Patton develops and delivers educational material for the turf grass industry throughout the Midwest. His…Read more about Dr. Patton awarded a fellowship by the American Society of Agronomy[Read More]
Many people are involved in the remarkable range of programs, services and facilities that undergird research in the College of Agriculture. Collectively they’re integral to the college fulfilling its research mission. “Behind the Research” explores their individual roles. Each academic year, we profile six people whose work supports the College of Agriculture’s global reputation for…Read more about Behind the Research: Glenn Hardebeck[Read More]
On their way to and from classes, students pass by the greenspace that divides many of the College of Agriculture buildings without giving the area much thought. Unlike many of the university’s open spaces, the mall doesn’t tend to attract student meetups, Frisbee tosses or other gatherings. The Agriculture Mall consists of two strips…Read more about Landscape Architecture students earn national recognition[Read More]
You’ve probably heard the old adage: “You are what you eat.” Several species of sacoglossan sea slugs have taken that literally.Purdue’s Josh Widhalm (@WidhalmLab), an assistant professor of horticulture and member of the Center for Plant Biology, studies Elysia clarki sea slugs, which steal the photosynthetic parts of their algal meals through a process aptly coined “kleptoplasty.” For days, weeks and possibly…Read more about Dr. Widhalm working to harness power of sea slugs[Read More]
Harrison Flint, Purdue University Professor Emeritus of Horticulture, died on 11 April, 2021. Respected as both scholar of woody plants and inspiring educator, his passing is mourned by his family, colleagues, and students. Over his near 30-year career at Purdue University (1968 – 1997), Harrison advised over 300 horticulture undergraduates, including some 150 in a…Read more about Legendary Plantsman and Professor Harrison Flint dies[Read More]
Congratulations to Aaron Patton on being named a 2021 University Faculty Scholar! This program is designed to recognize outstanding faculty members across the university who are on an accelerated path for academic distinction. This is a very well-deserved honor and recognition for Aaron’s excellent scholarship across both research and Extension mission areas. External Link:
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