UConn Extension @UConnExtension
Answers you can trust on agriculture, food, climate, health and sustainable landscapes. cahnr.uconn.edu/extension Storrs, CT Joined January 2015-
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UConn CLIR's (Center for Learning in Retirement) class on Wednesday, May 1 is CANCELLED. We apologize for the inconvenience and have rescheduled for the Fall Term!
Holland Hill students tested the Great Smoothie Slurp as part of a "Put Local on Your Tray" @UConnExtension initiative with @Whitsons. The Kale Strawberry Smoothie was made with local microgreens and honey. Students were also taught about benefits of buying local. #FoodieFriday
Forestlands are fundamental for healthy ecosystems. 🌲🐻 Check out how #LandGrantUniversities are bridging the gap between science and practice, helping preserve forest biodiversity: landgrantimpacts.org/forestlands-ar… #ArborDay
Continuing to see ring-like symptoms on poa and bent greens across several states this spring that are not Waitea. Maxtima and Affirm providing curative control...likely others more work needed. Fertility-warmer temps-growth are key to symptom recovery.
Working with @UConnTechComm, @UConnCAHNR professor Mark Brand's lab has licensed 27 plants, 33 royalty generating cultivars, 16 plant patents, 33 new plant introductions, and three registered trademarks for plants that help fight climate change. today.uconn.edu/2024/04/a-dual…
Fruit Farmers: We have a cold weather alert for tonight (Wednesday) and tomorrow night. Read the full message from Evan Lentz, our fruit specialist at ipm.cahnr.uconn.edu/fruit-pest-mes…
Through the Difference Makers Mentorship program, UConn senior Alexandra Blas ’24 (@UConnCAHNR) helped youth across the state address environmental issues in their communities. today.uconn.edu/2024/04/cahnr-…
From a unique, university-wide conference to new curricula and innovative research, @UConnCAHNR is leading efforts in One Health approaches at UConn. #HinCAHNR brnw.ch/21wJ5sJ
Did you know that Extension Master Gardener is one of the largest volunteer organizations in the country? There are more than 86,076 volunteers in all 50 states + DC! Learn how to get involved here: mastergardener.extension.org #NationalGardenMonth #NationalVolunteerMonth
It's National Volunteer Week, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to the 5,531 volunteers across all UConn Extension programs who help extend our impact throughout Connecticut. Learn more about our volunteers and sign up to help us at: s.uconn.edu/volunteers #volunteerweek
It's Kelp Week in Connecticut. That means now is the best time to get locally grown sugar kelp for your salads and meals. Anoushka Concepcion from our @ctseagrant program shares: webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache… @UConnCAHNR
This #EarthDay, we're celebrating how #LandGrantUniversities innovate climate-smart solutions to protect food, feed, fiber, and fuel systems in communities throughout our nation and the world. ➡️ Read the NEW publication: aplu.org/climate
On #EarthDay, UConn Extension is doing our part to invest in our planet. Learn more about our @USDA_NIFA-funded programs that are helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support other environmental practices at s.uconn.edu/Extension Photo: Tom Rettig, UConn
Melissa Ruszczyk '09 (@UConnCAHNR) '24 MS, a graduate student in Natural Resources and the Environment and a black bear biologist with @ConnDEEP, is studying black bears’ behavior in response to food left by humans.
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UConn Gives is winding down but our commitment to reaching all communities in Connecticut is steadfast. You can support our efforts at s.uconn.edu/givetoextension - and thank you for being valued members of our Extension community. #UConnGives @UConnCAHNR @UConnAlumni
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110K Followers 652 Following The University of Connecticut is home to more than 32,000 students, 1,500 faculty, 255,000 proud alumni, and a handsome husky named Jonathan. #UConnNationUConn CAHNR @UConnCAHNR
1K Followers 330 Following The official page of the University of Connecticut College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources.Dr. Radenka Maric @UConnPresident
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586 Followers 166 Following Contributing to the solution of environmental problems, increasing understanding of natural resources systems & enhancing the wise management of these resourcesUConn CLAS @UConnCLAS
3K Followers 344 Following UConn's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Preparing independent thinkers, lifelong learners, and responsible citizens since 1939.NIFA @USDA_NIFA
37K Followers 915 Following USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture is advancing agricultural science to solve societal challenges. https://t.co/NdhJlmdP1p…UConn Alumni @UConnAlumni
6K Followers 949 Following Stay updated and connected to University of Connecticut Alumni! #HuskiesForeverUConn Research @UConnResearch
3K Followers 751 Following At UConn and UConn Health, we conduct groundbreaking research and scholarship to develop new solutions for patients, industry, and society.UConn Social Work @UConnSocialWork
828 Followers 957 Following Welcome to the official X page of the UConn School of Social Work, ranked among the top 9% of graduate social work programs nationwide and No. 1 in CT.Indrajeet Chaubey @ichaubey
622 Followers 86 Following Dean, College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources, University of ConnecticutTracy Rittenhouse @tagrittenhouse
1K Followers 896 Following Wildlife Ecologist; Managing landscapes for wildlife & people; Things about the places I call home; Women in Science; Climate Science RetweetsSave the Sound @SavetheSound
5K Followers 2K Following Leading enviro action across the LIS region. Fighting climate change, saving endangered lands, protecting the Sound, restoring ecosystems. RTs≠endorsements.Fumiko Hoeft MD PhD @FumikoHoeft
5K Followers 1K Following Dir, @UConnWaterbury (on T/I), Brain Imaging Research Cntr, @brainLENSlab (on T). Prof. Cog Neuro of dyslexia. Haskins/UCSF. Mom of 2. Insta: @FumikoHoeft,Korey Stringer Instit.. @K_S_Institute
6K Followers 405 Following Providing research, education, advocacy & consultation to maximize performance, optimize safety and prevent sudden death for the athlete, soldier and laborer.UConn Animal Science @UConnANSC
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2K Followers 696 Following Associate Prof. of Sociology/Africana Studies; Director, Research on Resilient Cities, Racism & Equity.UConn Engineering Gra.. @uconnengrgrad
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751 Followers 414 Following Assistant Dean of AgOnline Programs at Purdue University | 150th Anniv Prof of Food Science | USAID Food Safety Innovation Lab DirectorJay Capasso @JayCapasso
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111 Followers 209 Following Economist @FarmBureau https://t.co/fOZmEUsHgo | Cornell Dyson & UConn Ag-Econ grad | Connecticut native | Agriculture Enthusiast | Tweets are my ownUMES SANS @UMESSANS
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158 Followers 728 Following Vice President for Global Affairs | Professor of Geography @ UCONNNAMA @NAMA_NET
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925 Followers 5K Following God Lover || Community Nutritionist || Research Assistant || IT Enthusiast[email protected] @UConnPubIntLJ
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851 Followers 492 Following A national 501(c)3 nonprofit that works to educate healthcare professionals and ag workers about the health and safety needs of those in the ag industry.James Fowler @JamesInCT
399 Followers 528 Following @CTDEEPNews Senior Advisor🌎♻💧⚡🔌☀️🚙🐻🏖️🌲🥫🍁🔥🛶. Views are my own. Retweets ≠ Endorsements.Alicia Coleman @af_coleman
53 Followers 205 Following studying the socially-messy world of city trees, ecosystem service incentives, and metropolitan conservation; @UConnNRE postdocLindsay DiStefano @DistefanoLJ
430 Followers 143 Following Associate Vice President for Research Development, University of Connecticut Striving to keep children healthy and active! These views are my own.As CAHNR celebrates the 10th anniversary of health being added to our College name, I'm thrilled to have Jerry speak with our 2024 graduates. His career underscores the value of a holistic and diverse approach to health and nutrition policy, and it all started at UConn!
One of the minds behind the iconic Nutrition Facts label, Jerry Mande encourages CAHNR graduates to use their talents to do big things that "make the world, your country, and your community a better place.” #HinCAHNR brnw.ch/21wJhkl @UConn_Nutrition
As Kelp Week gets underway, here's what to know about and where to eat CT kelp. This means an opportunity for people to try dishes and cocktails made with kelp at restaurants in Mystic. brnw.ch/21wJ6uL @ctseagrant
The @USDA estimates that over 30% of food in the U.S. is lost to spoilage at the retail and consumer level. 🍎 Researchers at @TSUedu @TSUCollegeofAG developed packaging made from hemp that inhibits pathogen growth and slows spoilage: landgrantimpacts.org/packaging-impr… #StopFoodWasteDay
Ensuring a healthy people through a healthy planet is also one of UConn’s priority areas. We’re working together to ensure a sustainable future in all aspects of our world – from climate change to food security and global health. #HinCAHNR
From a unique, university-wide conference to new curricula and innovative research, @UConnCAHNR is leading efforts in One Health approaches at UConn. #HinCAHNR brnw.ch/21wJ5sJ
The #N4HC24 provides 4-H youth delegates with the opportunity to share their voice with federal government officials in the nation’s capital. Today, 4-H'ers spent the day in their roundtable groups working through a challenge question posed by a federal agency.
Soybeans are affordable, protein-rich, and used in many food products. See how Land-grant University scientists & Extension educators are helping soybean farmers manage diseases and ensuring a safe, steady supply of soy foods: bit.ly/ManagingSoybea…
What a year it has been for our new mascot! Happy first birthday, @JonathanHusky_ XV! 🎉
It's my first birthday! Never would I have dreamed of such a wonderful and eventful first year of life – but I'm so thankful to have landed at UConn, with the best fans in the world 💙 Come celebrate with me from noon to 1:30pm at the Jonathan statue on the Storrs campus 🎉
The Connecticut Institute of Water Resources (@CTIWR) recognizes that sustainable water use is not merely a choice but a necessity. Support their work during #UConnGives! brnw.ch/21wIXrZ @UConnExtension
What a phenomenal response! Over $400K raised by nearly 3,000 donors and still going strong! You are making this #UConnGives one for the record books!
Together, #UConnNation can do anything. There's still time to show your CAHNR pride and go all paws in. #UConnGives brnw.ch/21wIWXo
Who doesn't love fudge or caramel ripple and extra candy in their @UConnDairyBar ice cream? Help the Creamery purchase equipment to make their ice cream even more awesome during #UConnGives brnw.ch/21wIU03 @UConnANSC
Accompany Marisol on her work at the Theme Park! From her first day to becoming a crucial part of the team, you will help guide her steps as she learns to avoid cross contamination in the kitchen! themeparkkitchen.com
Rise and shine! UConn Gives continues today through 7pm. Stay tuned on my IG or FB for some more current and past handler stories throughout the day. Link to donate to my fund, which helps keep me and my brother healthy and happy: givingday.uconn.edu/o/university-o…
Incredible! So far, we've raised over $250,000 thanks to the generosity of more than 1,700 supporters for #UConnGives! 💪 Let's keep this energy alive, #UConnNation! Make your gift at bit.ly/3xIgk24!
I am so impressed and inspired by #UConnNation's generosity! In the last 24 hours, you have come together to show your Husky pride. We still have until 7pm to make an impact. #UConnGives
It's day 2 of #UConnGives. Let's keep up the momentum and support the university we love! brnw.ch/21wIWa6
I'm thrilled to provide additional support during #UConnGives to rev up the CAHNR community and help our programs thrive. Let's go UConn Nation!
The heat is on! Top performing CAHNR teams will receive a bonus from Dean Chaubey (@ichaubey)! Help your favorite program win with a gift of any size! #UConnGives brnw.ch/21wIUwK
Terrific CT Saves Week here last week! Many thanks to CT Dept of Banking, BBB serving CT, CAHS, CT State Library, U.S. Dept of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration. As the coordinator & personal finance educator @UConnExtension, you make saving fun! #ASW2024 #CTSaves
Michael Dietz, extension educator and director of the Connecticut Institute of Water Resources, discusses the future of green infrastructure, a small solution to increased rainfall and subsequent flooding. brnw.ch/21wISbc @UConnExtension
The heat is on! Top performing CAHNR teams will receive a bonus from Dean Chaubey (@ichaubey)! Help your favorite program win with a gift of any size! #UConnGives brnw.ch/21wIUwK
A higher volume and intensity of rainfall can increase agricultural nutrient runoff. Collaborative efforts between @CSU1890LndGrant researchers and regional partners aim to improve soil health and water quality in Ohio watersheds: landgrantimpacts.org/improving-wate…