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International Union for the Conservation of Nature Lists the Monarch Butterfly as Endangered

AMES, Iowa - On July 21, 2022, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classified the migratory North American monarch butterfly as endangered.

Mosaic partners with Iowa Soybean Research Center at Iowa State University

AMES, Iowa — The Mosaic Company has joined the Iowa Soybean Research Center at Iowa State University as an industry partner.

Grant looks at breeding mung bean for plant-based protein market

AMES, Iowa - Iowa State University plant breeders and researchers are working to develop a new crop suited for the plant-based protein market. The first step is developing new varieties of mung bean, a new crop here in the United States.

Rademacher selected for interim director role at Iowa Pork Industry Center

AMES, Iowa – Chris Rademacher, clinical professor in veterinary diagnostic and production animal medicine and swine extension veterinarian at Iowa State University, has been named interim director of the university’s Iowa Pork Industry Center.

Egg Industry Center at Iowa State University releases report on EPA draft emissions models

AMES, Iowa — The Egg Industry Center at Iowa State University has released a new report to help the U.S. egg industry understand the science behind the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed emission models.

Ross named chair of Department of Animal Science

AMES, Iowa – Jason Ross has been named the new chair of the Department of Animal Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University.

Lanningham-Foster named chair of Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition

AMES, Iowa – Lorraine Lanningham-Foster has been named chair of the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Iowa State University, effective July 1, 2022.

Hargrove named chair of Roy J. Carver Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

AMES, Iowa – Mark Hargrove has been named chair of the Roy J.

Egg Industry Center at Iowa State University releases updated egg cost study

AMES, Iowa — The Egg Industry Center at Iowa State University has released an updated study to provide the U.S. egg industry with important post-production cost information.

Clark reappointed as interim chair of the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology

AMES, Iowa - Lynn Clark has been reappointed interim chair of the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology, which is co-administered by Iowa State University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the College of Agriculture an

Bouffard reappointed chair of the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice

AMES, Iowa - Leana Bouffard has been reappointed chair of the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University. 

Taste Iowa State honey flavored with prairie at Pollinator Fest, June 25

AMES, Iowa — Visitors to Pollinator Fest, Saturday, June 25, at Reiman Gardens in Ames, can taste test the newest sweet treats from Iowa State University – Iowa State-produced honey and its alter ego, Prairie STRIPS honey.

Leopold Center extends time for Spencer Award nominations through July 5

AMES, Iowa — The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture has extended the request for nominations for the 2022 the Spencer Award through July 5, 2022.

First batches of Iowa State grown and produced wine a success

AMES, Iowa – The Midwest Grape and Wine Industry Institute at Iowa State University has been instrumental in advancing the quality of wine produced across Iowa and surrounding states.

Homegrown effort: Iowa State units team up to grow new turf for Jack Trice Stadium

New grants awarded in Agricultural Genome-to-Phenome research

Ames, IA — The Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative has awarded nine grants to 27 institutions in the third and final round of project seed grant competition.

Scholarship honors legacy of distinguished Iowa State University professor Dr. Neil E. Harl

AMES, Iowa – The family of Dr. Neil E. Harl has provided a gift commitment of $2 million to help establish the endowed Dr. Neil E.

Animal scientist receives award for excellence in applied research

AMES, Iowa – Kenneth Stalder, professor of animal science, is the recipient of the 2022 Dean Lee R. Kolmer Award for Excellence in Applied Research from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 

Kinzenbaw gift provides support for research and student scholarships in agricultural and biosystems engineering

AMES, Iowa – Through a generous gift from Jon E. and Marcia A.

Albaugh partners with Iowa Soybean Research Center at Iowa State University

AMES, Iowa — Albaugh, LLC has joined the Iowa Soybean Research Center at Iowa State University as an industry partner.