Showcasing research, education, & Extension at state and #LandGrantUniversities with a focus on agriculture, natural resources, human sciences, & vet medicine.
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Mar 10
America’s agricultural strength was built with strategic federal investments in science, education, and community engagement.
For more than 160 years, the Land-grant University System has connected scientific discovery with real-world challenges.
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May 27
Did you know? 41% of new job openings in the food, agriculture, and natural resources fields are in business and management. See how public and land-grant universities set their graduates up for success: landgrantimpacts.org/tag/wor…
ALT Ag Facts: 41% of new job openings in the food, agriculture, and natural resources fields are in business and management.
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May 18
🎓️ With sustained workforce demand, food, agriculture, and natural resources offer practical pathways to meaningful, long‑term careers. This year’s graduates are stepping into roles that make a lasting impact. Learn more: purdue.edu/usda/employment/
ALT Ag Facts: 104,766 job openings are projected in the food, agriculture, & natural resources sciences fields each year.
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May 14
The GCHERA World Agriculture Prize recognizes outstanding individuals whose work has significantly strengthened the mission of higher education institutions in education, research, and outreach in agricultural and life sciences.
Nominations close July 15: gchera.com/world-agriculture…
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May 11
For generations, America’s public & land-grant universities have powered the nation’s progress. In honor of #America250, APLU is launching a timeline celebrating their milestones, research breakthroughs, & achievements that helped shape the United States. bit.ly/4tpf1fp
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No pun intended.
With sustained workforce demand, food, agriculture, and natural resources degrees provide practical pathways to employment and long‑term career impact.
Learn more ➡️ purdue.edu/usda/employment/
ALT Ag Facts: Each year, the U.S. has 44,232 more jobs in food, agriculture, and natural resources sciences than there are college graduates in these fields.
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APLU Agriculture retweeted
Today, we celebrate 112 years of the Smith‑Lever Act & the Cooperative Extension System it created. Through land‑grant universities & public partnerships, Extension delivers trusted, research‑based education nationwide, turning knowledge into action for the communities it serves.
ALT a collage of pictures of Cooperative Extension activities and the text "Celebrating 112 Years of Cooperative Extension"
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May 5
.@farmbureau and @farmcredit are looking to identify the top entrepreneurs addressing both traditional and new challenges farmers face on their operation, such as access to labor, optimizing yield and reducing operating costs. fb.org/initiative/ag-innovat…
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May 4
The BAA and @USDA_NIFA seek nominations for a dynamic speaker for the 2026 Seaman A. Knapp Memorial Lecture.
The lecture will take place at the @APLU_News Annual Meeting, November 15-17, in San Antonio, Texas.
Nominations are due June 5: nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/par…
ALT 2026 Seaman A. Knapp Memorial Lecture at the APLU Annual Meeting. Speaker Nominations due June 5, 2026. Headshot of Knapp.
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May 1
Apply or nominate someone now for the National Extension Award for Innovative Programming that Addresses New Audiences! Nominations are due Monday, June 1, 2026. Learn more: awards.extension.org/nationa…
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Apr 27
APLU is accepting nominations for the Peter McPherson Lifetime Achievement Award! This award honors leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary achievement in advancing the mission of public & land-grant universities. Submit a nomination by May 15! bit.ly/3QaYYUF
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Apr 22
This #EarthDay, we’re celebrating the extraordinary work of public & land-grant universities to advance research in renewable energy, agriculture, & resource resilience to build a more sustainable future for generations to come. bit.ly/3OlUyJy
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Apr 24
Deadline approaching: Applications for APLU’s Innovation & Economic Prosperity (IEP) Award are due April 30! Submit your institution’s achievements in #innovation, entrepreneurship, talent & place in your region. bit.ly/46artad
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I want to thank @USDA Under Secretary @RichardFordyce1 for his support of ag and for visiting the new Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center at @michiganstateu. This facility will enhance the MI dairy industry for decades to come. Read about the visit: canr.msu.edu/news/usda-under…
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Apr 6
Celebrating 50 years of the Association of Research Directors at the #ARDSymposium: Doug Steele reflected on the enduring impact of 1890 land‑grant universities and how research, education, and Extension turn discovery into real‑world solutions.
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Apr 3
"The safest way to use AI is not to treat it as an expert. Treat it as a fast drafting tool. It can help you get started, but you are still responsible for the final product."
Check out these tips from @extfoundation for AI best practices.
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Mar 31
The Honorable @RepTroyCarter, United States Representative, 2nd Congressional District, provided comments on 1890 universities and their role in addressing innovations in food, health, and agriculture at the #1890ARDSymposium.
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Mar 30
Greetings from the #1890ARDSymposium in New Orleans!
This morning, the Honorable Troy Carter, United States Representative, 2nd Congressional District, provided comments on 1890 universities and their role in addressing innovations in food, health, and agriculture.
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Mar 25
Technology is reshaping agriculture faster than ever.
America's land‑grant universities are preparing the next generation of scientists, engineers, technologists, and producers to thrive in this rapidly evolving sector. 🤖 👨🌾 inquirer.com/business/farmin…
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Mar 19
1890 land-grant university leaders have secured a new agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture that formalizes collaboration, strengthens support for research and infrastructure, and creates direct channels for raising institutional priorities.
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