Panel focuses on farming in unpredictable weather

A Cornell-led panel on farming through unpredictability kicked off the 181st New York State Agricultural Society forum Jan 9 in Liverpool, N.Y.

Young Birders Network aims to fledge teen birders

The new Young Birders Network serves as a hub for the many birding clubs for young people sprouting up across the country.

Grant to help reduce Johne's disease in dairy cows

A new $500,000 grant over five years from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will allow Cornell researchers to continue their research to identify a bacterium in milk linked to Johne's disease.

Tiny fly is big trouble for berry growers

The invasive spotted wing drosophila is wreaking havoc on berry plants throughout New York state and nationwide. Cornell researchers are zeroing in on how to tackle the problem.

Skorton signs AAU statement addressing gun violence

Cornell President David Skorton joined nine presidents of major American universities in issuing a statement Jan. 2 that urges U.S. President Barack Obama and Congress to address gun violence.

Willow workshop fires up emerging bioenergy markets

A Dec. 18 workshop on willow biomass heating and biofuels attracted potential growers, manufacturers of harvesting and biomass heating equipment. (Dec. 21, 2012)

Cornell wins economic development funds

To create jobs and support economic growth, Cornell has been awarded funding for three projects in Ithaca and New York City. (Dec. 21, 2012)

U.S. economy will continue to stumble ahead in 2013

Steven Kyle, professor of applied economics and management, gave his annual assessment and outlook for the national economy Dec. 18. (Dec. 19, 2012)

Linguists share their field with area students, parents

Linguistics faculty gave area secondary school students an introduction to their field at a recent open house. The department also hosts events in an international linguistics competition. (Dec. 19, 2012)