Agronomy & Horticulture News

Agronomy and Horticulture students pose for a group photo outside Keim Hall during the department graduation reception May 8. Fran tenBensel Benne | Agronomy and Horticulture
Agronomy and Horticulture students pose for a group photo outside Keim Hall during the department graduation reception May 8. Fran tenBensel Benne | Agronomy and Horticulture

61 students earn degrees in May

The Department of Agronomy and Horticulture honored 61 May graduates at a reception May 8 in the Goodding Learning Center in Plant Sciences Hall. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln conferred a record 3,885 degrees during commencement exercises May 8-9. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/aghort-grads
 
Students in plant and landscape systems with an option in turfgrass science and management (from left) are Riley Dinslage, Jaden Krenzer, Aaron Barnhouse, Carson Vachal, Ryan Knipping and Alex Painter. Fran tenBensel Benne
Students in plant and landscape systems with an option in turfgrass science and management (from left) are Riley Dinslage, Jaden Krenzer, Aaron Barnhouse, Carson Vachal, Ryan Knipping and Alex Painter. Fran tenBensel Benne

Turfgrass students gain competitive edge through work with Husker Athletics

For some students in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s plant and landscape systems program, learning begins on the practice fields maintained by Nebraska Athletics, where students apply classroom concepts to the daily demands of collegiate sports turf management. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/turfstudents
 
UNL Crops Judging Team coach Garrett Kuss stands with members (from left) Xavier Ettwein, Gabrielle Clifton, Maddie Weber, Abby Frank, Clinton Turnbull, Alex Banzhaf and Ryan Groff.
UNL Crops Judging Team coach Garrett Kuss stands with members (from left) Xavier Ettwein, Gabrielle Clifton, Maddie Weber, Abby Frank, Clinton Turnbull, Alex Banzhaf and Ryan Groff.

Crops Judging Team earns top-five finish at national contest

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Crops Judging Team placed fifth in the nation at the annual North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Crops Judging Contest held April 22–25 and hosted by Illinois State University. Team member Gabrielle Clifton placed eighth individually. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/cropsteam26
 
Blake Hansen found the perfect fit at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The Dorchester native balanced double majors, leadership roles and hands-on learning experiences while preparing to return to the farm after graduation.  Fran tenBensel Benne
Blake Hansen found the perfect fit at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The Dorchester native balanced double majors, leadership roles and hands-on learning experiences while preparing to return to the farm after graduation. Fran tenBensel Benne

Hansen finds the right fit in ag at Nebraska

From agricultural economics to agronomy, Blake Hansen found the perfect fit at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The Dorchester native balanced double majors, leadership roles and hands-on learning experiences while preparing to return to the farm after graduation. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/hansen-ag
 
Clara Freese takes a breather on Nebraska’s East Campus after finishing finals. Fran tenBensel Benne | Agronomy and Horticulture
Clara Freese takes a breather on Nebraska’s East Campus after finishing finals. Fran tenBensel Benne | Agronomy and Horticulture

Clara Freese – Chancellor’s Scholar Spotlight

Clara Freese discovered her love for grasslands through hands-on research, range management competitions and field experiences across the Great Plains. From spotting whooping cranes to leading Range Club and performing in the Cornhusker Marching Band, she found community and purpose at Nebraska. Continue reading…

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/freese
 
Cole Vredeveld kneels in his native meadow garden at his home, where he experiments with naturalized landscape design.
Cole Vredeveld kneels in his native meadow garden at his home, where he experiments with naturalized landscape design.

Cole Vredeveld – Chancellor’s Scholar Spotlight

A Chancellor's Scholar in plant and landscape systems, Cole Vredeveld said his strong academic record began with a lifelong focus on earning good grades. From Bennington, Nebraska, he developed a passion for plants during high school and was influenced by the plant diversity on East Campus. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/vredeveld
 
Originally published May 21, 2026 - Submit an Item