Tag: Soil science
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Posted on November 2, 2014
To the Ends of the Earth
Decades of field research at both poles has given soil scientists James Bockheim a front-row seat on climate change.
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Class Act: Desire Smith and City Farmer
City Farmer
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Posted on June 19, 2014
Back to the Land
Environmental and cultural concerns spark an interest in natural burials—and CALS soil scientists are lending their expertise
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Of Cows and Climate
CALS researchers are leading a far-reaching effort to gather information about greenhouse gases related to dairy—and to give farmers and other industry professionals the tools they need to reduce them.
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Posted on March 6, 2014
Goodbye, Bug Guy
He’s been helping farmers, gardeners, landscapers, science students and pest-plagued citizens for decades. We present
a fond look at Phil Pellitteri, Wisconsin’s rock star entomologist, on the eve of his retirement. -
Posted on June 14, 2012
Quenching with Less
The grass gurus at CALS are coming up with water-saving practices for lawn care
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Posted on February 24, 2012
Growing Future Farmers
A booming population means more mouths to feed—and more farmers needed to feed them. A number of CALS programs focus on bringing new farmers into the field.
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Posted on October 13, 2011
The Grow Dozen: Alumni who are grounded in soil science
12 alumni who are grounded in soil science
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Posted on June 20, 2011
Desert Spuds
The quest to improve potato growth in the arid, salty Middle East led to cost-saving innovations and some extraordinary travel experiences
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No Substitute for Experience
Outstanding teachers in our college will tell you that there are many ways to reach the eager minds in our classrooms. An illuminating lecture, a […]
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Posted on February 17, 2011
The Grow Dozen: Alumni who are making a difference in forestry and related industries
12 alumni who are making a difference.
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Posted on February 15, 2011
Alaska: When the Deep Freeze Thaws
The melting of Arctic permafrost has vast implications for our global climate. CALS professor James Bockheim is studying cores of the frozen soil to gain a glimpse into their future.