The College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) leads Washington State University’s land grant mission to serve all people through education, research, and service.
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WSU crop sciences graduate receives fellowship a second time
Olufunke Ayegbidun is researching the specific genes responsible for high levels of iron and zinc in wheat. She is also exploring how wheat varieties with those genes can be bred faster, making them more nutritious and beneficial for consumption.
New Clif Bar and King Arthur Baking Company Endowed Chair to lead WSU Breadlab
Kevin Murphy will lead the WSU Breadlab as the new Clif Bar and King Arthur Baking Company Endowed Chair in Organic Grain Breeding and Innovation.
WSU economists seek stakeholder input in review of Snake River breaching analysis
Scientists with Washington State University’s Freight Policy Transportation Institute will reach out to regional stakeholders as part of a newly launched independent review of a state-contracted analysis of transport impacts from potential breaching of four lower Snake River dams. The review calls for engagement with representatives from agriculture, tourism, ports, and other industries that would […]
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From the Dean’s Desk
Discover the vibrant world of innovation and leadership with Dr. Wendy Powers, our inaugural Cashup Davis Family Endowed Dean of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences.
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Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence
The College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environment for students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve and in which we operate. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.