Plant and Soil Science

05/29/2026

Roots play a critical role in determining seedling resilience mechanisms to abiotic stress conditions. Despite advancements in the characterization of root systems at phenotypic and cellular levels…

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

📢 We’re Hiring!
🌿 Associate Director of Horticulture & Operations
📍 Washington, DC

Ready to lead at one of the nation’s most iconic public garden organizations? As Associate Director, you’ll partner with senior leadership to ensure excellence in garden management, operations, and program delivery across the Smithsonian’s diverse gardens and greenhouse facilities. At Smithsonian Gardens, your leadership will help shape the future of iconic public landscapes, supporting spaces that connect people to plants, history, and culture.

Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and direction for all departments across Smithsonian Gardens
• Shape strategy and manage resources
• Support a sustainable, mission-driven public garden
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and safety


🔗 Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869314600

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Do you need help with fencing or building your livestock watering system?

Join UVM Extension and partners for two upcoming hands-on workshops at Vermont State University in Randolph Center focused on practical pasture infrastructure for grazing animals.

Tuesday, June 23rd: The Livestock Fencing Workshop will cover fence options, power and grounding, troubleshooting, wire selection, bracing, and permanent and temporary fencing systems, including an outdoor demonstration on building an H brace. Register: https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?eventid=879083&

Tuesday, June 30th: The Livestock Water Workshop will cover water system design, pumps, pressure tanks, tubs, float valves, alternative water systems, available grant assistance, and include hands-on demonstrations. Register: https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?eventid=879086&

These workshops are designed for farmers and ag producers looking for practical information they can use on their own farms. Registration is $20 and includes lunch.

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Michigan State University among researchers across forestry, health sciences and microbiology that are exploring new uses for maple sap beyond the syrup bottle, including as a hydration beverage for cancer survivors.

05/27/2026

“American consumers spend more than $762 (in and out of the home) per person every year on food that goes to waste. The Ending Wasted Food Within a Generation (EWF) program, a coalition led by World Wildlife Fund (WWF) alongside partners WRAP, the Ad Council, ReFED, the U.S. Composting Council, and the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, is working to empower households across the United States to change that through coordinated, evidence-based action to save American households money and prevent wasted food.”

https://grants.endingwastedfood.org/

“Register for Our May 28th Informational Webinar!”

Ending Wasted Food Grants Site - JotForm