In this week’s Food for Thought roundup, we’re celebrating our research — from edible flowers and plant hormone therapy to the human-horse connection — along with the faculty, students, and staff who make it all happen. We’re also sharing some exciting news, including a new herb garden, recent achievements by faculty and CAS alumni and partners, and details about upcoming events.

In this edition of Food for Thought, we honor the legacy of Dr. Jessica Davis, professor of agronomy and former head of the CSU Horticulture & Landscape Architecture Department. We also address Colorado’s snowpack concerns and highlight how our researchers are leveraging technology, including soil moisture sensors, AI, and crop emissions mapping.

In this week’s Food for Thought roundup, we’re celebrating the long awaited rebuild of the San Luis Valley Research Center’s potato storage facility; the far reaching impact of CSU alumni and leaders, including trailblazers in the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association and agricultural education; and the cutting edge research that is shaping the future of food, energy, and the climate.

In this week’s Food for Thought roundup, we’re digging deeper into a hot topic in Colorado – will we soon see ALDI on the front range? We’re also talking wheat, lawn care, beavers, liquor stores, and all things National Western Stock Show.

This week’s Food for Thought roundup highlights the National Western Stock Show with a special Future Cowboy report from CSU SOURCE, explores what neonicotinoid restrictions could mean for Colorado farmers, and shares stories of student success in animal science. If you need professional-quality landscape design help, our Landscape Design and Contracting students are looking for community clients for their capstone projects.

In this week’s Food for Thought roundup, we’re highlighting how agriculture continues to drive Colorado’s economy—from water scarcity and shifting cattle markets, grocery prices, climate adaptation, and the science behind holiday poinsettias. We also celebrate the accomplishments of our outstanding graduates who make our college proud.

In this week’s Food for Thought roundup, we’re highlighting how CSU research and innovation make a difference in the real world, from the colorful plant varieties tested at the Flower Trial Gardens to the exciting projects graduate students shared at this year’s GradShow.

In this week’s Food for Thought roundup, we’re highlighting our dedication to developing the next generation of agricultural leaders through FFA, our seedstock and livestock judging programs, and exploring the contributions the college makes to interdisciplinary research.

From tariffs to trees, AgSci’s latest stories spotlight CSU’s global impact—advancing sustainability, research, education, and innovation across agriculture, climate resilience, and community engagement.

Explore the latest highlights—from national appointments and industry honors to sustainability milestones, student achievements, and vital research shaping Colorado’s agricultural future.