Stark population decline projected for NYS

New York state’s population could shrink by more than 2 million people over the next 25 years – a decline of more than 13%, according to a new report.

A cornucopia of research supports New York’s farms and food

Across the world, harvest celebrations are one of the most common human traditions. Though they vary in mythology and performance, they are united in their celebration of plentiful harvests, and the health and peace that abundant food helps provide to communities.

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Grow-NY announces prizewinners at Ithaca summit

Unibaio, which offers naturally derived particles that trap the active ingredients of pesticides and fertilizers, enabling them to penetrate plants more efficiently, won the $1 million top prize in the annual Grow-NY Food and Agriculture business competition.

CCE appoints agriculture and food systems critical issue lead

As critical issue lead, Reid will work closely with other key programs to bolster Cornell Cooperative Extension's statewide initiatives, providing essential leadership and connecting campus resources with CCE educators and partners.

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At Carl Sagan’s gravesite, inspiration endures

On the eve of what would have been Sagan's 90th birthday, well-wishers commune at Lake View Cemetery, leaving notes and trinkets.

Destructive weed, found in NYS, resists common herbicides

A new study sheds light on Palmer amaranth's resistance to herbicides and points to alternative ways growers can combat the invasive weed. 

Library card for all Cornell University Library visitors now free!

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$4.6M grant expands Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Program

Maddie’s Fund®has awarded the Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Program (MSMP) at Cornell University a new $4.6 million grant to sustain and grow its work over the next five years. 

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Benjamin Houlton reappointed CALS dean

The Cornell Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee voted Oct. 14 to approve a new five-year term, effective July 1, 2025.