Agronomy & Horticulture News

Mars graduated from Nebraska in 2022 and returned to Wisconsin to continue to own and operate Paradise Landscape & Design, where he remains today.
Mars graduated from Nebraska in 2022 and returned to Wisconsin to continue to own and operate Paradise Landscape & Design, where he remains today.

Young horticulture alumnus finds joy in business ownership

Mars graduated from Nebraska in 2022 and returned to Wisconsin to continue to own and operate Paradise Landscape & Design, where he remains today. Every day his job looks a little different, but he loves working with clients to create their dream landscapes. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/mars-alumni-story
 
UNL Crops Judging Team members (from left) Maddie Weber, Abby Frank, Clinton Turnbull, Alex Banzhaf, Xavier Ettwein, William Pirak and Ryan Groff stand in front of Agricultural Hall at Oklahoma State University Feb. 14. Photo courtesy Garrett Kuss
UNL Crops Judging Team members (from left) Maddie Weber, Abby Frank, Clinton Turnbull, Alex Banzhaf, Xavier Ettwein, William Pirak and Ryan Groff stand in front of Agricultural Hall at Oklahoma State University Feb. 14. Photo courtesy Garrett Kuss

Crops judging team takes fourth at regional contest

The UNL Crop Judging Team participated in the regional North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Crops Contest Feb. 14 at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. Out of the six schools competing in the four-year division, Nebraska placed fourth, just a few points behind third. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/so2k
 
Nathan Butler’s interest in plant biology and biotechnology began during his undergraduate studies when a botany book opened his eyes to the wonderful world of plants.
Nathan Butler’s interest in plant biology and biotechnology began during his undergraduate studies when a botany book opened his eyes to the wonderful world of plants.

From carrots to sorghum: Butler experiments with genetic modification

Butler began May 1, 2025, as an assistant professor in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture and the director of the Plant Transformation Core Research Facility. His position is 50% research, 30% service and 20% teaching and is a joint appointment with the Center for Plant Science Innovation. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/e4nv
 
Joshua Villazana, coordinator of the UNL Pesticide Safety Education Program, presents important information about spraying safely to farmers looking to apply for their pesticide applicator license at the 2026 UNL Crop Production Clinic. Elizabeth Hodges
Joshua Villazana, coordinator of the UNL Pesticide Safety Education Program, presents important information about spraying safely to farmers looking to apply for their pesticide applicator license at the 2026 UNL Crop Production Clinic. Elizabeth Hodges

Farm Progress spotlights Pesticide Safety Education efforts at winter crop clinics

Farm Progress highlighted the work of Joshua Villazana and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Pesticide Safety Education Program, showcasing pesticide safety training delivered through Crop Production Clinics held across Nebraska this winter. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/v9zn
 
Agronomy and Horticulture student organizations’ officers gather for a photo during the 2025 Spring Banquet.
Agronomy and Horticulture student organizations’ officers gather for a photo during the 2025 Spring Banquet.

Annual spring banquet is set for April 15

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Agronomy and Horticulture Spring Banquet to be held April 15 in the Great Plains Room at the Nebraska East Union. Continue reading…

 
Light blue background with red text “Ready for break?” and a button reading “Get your spring break health checklist.” University Health Center logo in the top right. A planner, notepad, and pencil are pictured at the bottom.
Light blue background with red text “Ready for break?” and a button reading “Get your spring break health checklist.” University Health Center logo in the top right. A planner, notepad, and pencil are pictured at the bottom.

Your spring break health checklist

Planning ahead now can help you avoid last-minute stress or missed medications while you’re on spring break. Read our checklist to make sure your health basics are covered before you head out. Continue reading…

More details at: https://health.unl.edu/news/your-spring-break-health-checklist/
 
Originally published March 2, 2026 - Submit an Item