Website helps growers fight devastating Swede midge

A new website gives growers and consumers up-to-date information on research about the Swede midge, which in insect whose infestations can destroy cruciferous vegetables. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Cornell China Dairy Institute gives Chinese dairy farmers a taste of U.S. vet practices

The Cornell China Dairy Institute, a four-week program, launched Sept. 6 just east of Beijing to give Chinese dairy veterinarians an opportunity to learn about American veterinary practices. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Decorated trash stations help beautify Collegetown

Collegetown ART, of the student-run Sustainability Hub, has installed two waste and recycling stations to beautify Collegetown. The waste receptacles are adorned with local art. (Sept. 7, 2010)

Rust to Green helps upstate cities plan sustainable futures

Rust to Green New York State is partnering students and faculty with the people of former industrial cities to help their communities grow and become more livable, healthy and sustainable. (Sept. 2, 2010)

United Way campaign launches with Day of Caring Sept. 16

The 2010 United Way Day of Caring is Sept. 16 at Stewart Park. The event caps a countywide drive to collect non-perishable food, school supplies, and household and personal care items. (Sept. 2, 2010)

Cornell leads fight against the invasive emerald ash borer

As the emerald ash borer starts to invade New York and kill off its ash trees, Cornell researchers are leading the fight against the invasive pest. (Sept. 1, 2010)

Transport unions shift direction on climate change

Hundreds of unions representing workers in the global transport industry agreed to take significant steps to counter climate change at a conference in Mexico City last month. (Sept. 1, 2010)

Northeast sees record temps in spring and summer

It really was a scorcher this spring and summer - 26 cities in the Northeast set records for average temperatures this year, reports the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell.

Professor's idea generates site for Latin American science

A new website hopes to bring together scientists in Latin America and North America through exchange of ideas, information and equipment. (Aug. 25, 2010)