CALS students and faculty are in the forefront of efforts to develop plant varieties for a burgeoning market

It’s the Year of Innovation at the University of Wisconsin–Madison—and a big part of innovation concerns how we teach our students. Our college already is […]

Do you know what survey instrument can be used to measure elevation?  Take the exam and test your knowledge.

The start of a new year prompts thoughts about the future. That’s certainly been true for me as I wrap up my first year as […]

It’s not just the number of jobs but the kinds of jobs that will help alleviate rural poverty in Wisconsin, note CALS researchers Katherine Curtis and Leann Tigges

CALS is partnering with businesses, the state and other stakeholders to develop a Wisconsin meats brand that could emulate the success of the state’s artisan cheese.

China’s Yunnan province, home to some of the world’s most remote and distinctive ecological communities, is facing growing pressure to develop with the rest of the country. A UW–Chinese collaboration run through CALS sends researchers to explore how best to preserve biodiversity and foster sustainable livelihoods in the region.

A program with deep roots at CALS helps school districts around Wisconsin serve fruits, vegetables and other goods from local farmers—and introduces children to the joys and benefits of healthy eating.

1.  There are 113 species of fruit flies. Why worry about this one? While most other fruit flies attack only overripe or damaged fruit, the […]

How is the backbone of a DNA molecule formed?

For Wisconsin farmers dealing with wild swings in weather, adaptation is the key.

By presenting a fresh vision of the sport to new audiences, a program aims to stem an alarming drop in hunters