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The College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources at @UNevadaReno, fulfilling the land-grant mission of teaching, research and outreach.

1664 N. Virginia Street, Reno
Joined April 2014
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Are you an AgriTech startup, wanting to get connected with investors, industry leaders and government officials to grow your business? Apply now to join the START AgriTech Program, held April 12-16, 2027, at our beautiful @UNRLakeTahoe campus in Incline Village, Nevada. The program is led by Frontier Innovation Center and powered by Arieli Innovate, with support from our College and @UNRResearch. It brings together a strategic alliance of organizations to unlock the next stage of growth for startups. Interested? Visit frontierng.com/start-scale-u… to: -Learn more about the program -Sign up for the Nov. 18 informational webinar -Apply to the program by the Nov. 30 deadline #UNR #UNRCABNR #ResearchWorksForNevada #STARTAgriTech #AgriTech #FronteirRNG #Startups #Nevada
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We’re proud to recognize Brian Folt, Ph.D., assistant unit leader of the Nevada Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit, for receiving a STAR Award from the U.S. Geological Survey! Brian was recognized for his outstanding work developing and delivering a decision science symposium at the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference in March 2026. The symposium demonstrated how decision analysis can help agencies make more robust, transparent and defensible natural resource management decisions. Congratulations to Brian on this well-deserved recognition and his contributions to advancing science-based natural resource management! @UNevadaReno | @UNRResearch | #UNevadaReno | #UNRCABNR | #CABNRAcademics | #CABNRStudents | #NaturalResources | #EnvironmentalScience | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to get orders in for locally processed Wolf Pack Meats for your holiday table. Check out our leg of lamb, prime rib and smoked ham options: unr.edu/nevada-today/news/20… @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNRCABNR | #UNRExperimentStation | #WolfPackMeats | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Healthy hydration can be both refreshing and flavorful. Chenin Nickel, Ph.D., research assistant professor in our Department of Nutrition, shares tips for creating fruit, vegetable and herb-infused water through our Rethink Your Drink Nevada Program that encourages healthy hydration. From choosing the right ingredients to experimenting with flavor combinations, small changes can make drinking water more appealing. Read more in Edible Reno-Tahoe: ediblerenotahoe.com/magazine… @UNevadaReno |@UNRResearch | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #Nutition | #RethinkYourDrink | #UNRResearch | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Improving outcomes for mothers and babies starts with addressing the gaps in maternity care. Assistant Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Scott Barnett, Ph.D., is leading research on a potential drug that could prevent and stop preterm labor. The research could offer new hope for families, particularly those in maternity care deserts where access to specialized care may be limited. In Nevada, about one in nine births are preterm. In 2024, approximately 3,500 babies were born preterm or very preterm in the state. Scott and his team are exploring whether existing FDA-approved drugs could be repurposed to address this critical gap. Listen to Scott discuss the research and the challenges facing Nevada families on KNPR: knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of… @UNevadaReno | @UNRResearch | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #Biochemistry | #MolecularBiology | #UNRResearch | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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UNR College of Ag, Biotech & Natural Resources retweeted
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the State of the University and the ribbon cutting for the new Wolf Pack Fieldhouse. What an exciting day! #GoPack
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Two Marks, One Pack. 🐺 Introducing our two new logos, honoring who we are while looking ahead to what’s next. 💙
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For more than 150 years, the University of Nevada, Reno has grown and evolved to meet the demands of a changing world, driven by an unyielding belief in the power of education and what’s possible when we move forward together. Today, that legacy drives a learning and discovery environment where no one stands alone. Our roots are unmistakably Nevada, but our impact reaches far beyond it. Together, we’re building what’s next. Welcome to the University of Nevada, where world changers get to work.
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Connect with faculty, practitioners and future professionals advancing the field of nutrition together, Nov. 13, at our Dietetic Symposium: Advancing Nutrition Through Research & Practice. Explore emerging research and practice in: Nutrition science Medical nutrition therapy Community nutrition Food systems And more! FREE Online and in person Nov. 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Register today at events.unr.edu/event/dieteti… #UNRCABNR | #NutritionalScience | #Dietetics | @UNevadaReno | @UNRResearch | #ResearchWorksForNevada | @EatRight
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Congratulations to Bob Conrad, Ph.D., an instructor in our Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences and co-owner of This Is Reno, on receiving 16 Nevada Press Association awards for his work. Bob and his team received seven first-place, four second-place and five third-place awards for journalism and reporting through This Is Reno. We’re proud to celebrate Bob’s accomplishments and the expertise he brings to our Agricultural Communication minor students! @UNevadaReno | @ThisIsReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNRCABNR | #CABNRAcademics | #CABNRStudents | #AgriculturalCommunications | #EnvironmentalCommunications | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Whether you're a student, researcher, health care professional, educator or community partner, you're invited to our Dietetic Symposium: Advancing Nutrition Through Research & Practice, Nov. 13. This FREE event, held online and in person, is focused on advancing nutrition knowledge, exploring research and practice that supports healthier communities, making connections, and celebrating student achievements. Registration is open now. We look forward to seeing you there! events.unr.edu/event/dieteti… #UNRCABNR | #NutritionalScience | #Dietetics | @UNevadaReno | @UNRResearch | #ResearchWorksForNevada | @EatRight
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A new chapter for outdoor recreation education in Nevada! Our College is proud to be part of the 2026 Nevada Recreation Shared Stewardship Agreement, signed at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park just west of Las Vegas. The agreement brings together state and community partners to strengthen Nevada’s outdoor recreation economy and expand educational opportunities for future recreation professionals. Through our Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Management program, we’re helping prepare students for careers in Nevada’s growing outdoor recreation industry. By working with industry and community partners, we’re building opportunities for hands-on learning, internships and real-world experience that help students develop the skills they need to succeed. Pictured at the signing was our Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Claus Tittiger, Smokey Bear, Woodsy Owl and our Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Hillary Procknow. We’re excited to help prepare the next generation of outdoor recreation professionals and create opportunities for students to build their skills and careers right here in Nevada! 🐺💙 @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #CABNRAcademics | #CABNRStudents | #NaturalResources | #EnviromentalScience | #Nevada
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Understanding why elk are dying could provide clues about wildlife health across the West. One of our master's students, Ava Window, and fellow researchers are investigating an unusual pattern of springtime elk deaths in the Independence and Tuscarora mountains north of Elko. “What’s puzzling is that the elk are dying during a season when conditions should be working in their favor,” Window said. “That’s when there’s the most forage available to them, that’s when they’re having their calves, that’s when the males are growing their antlers.” In some years, 10% to 30% of collared females in the affected population have died. By investigating these deaths, researchers hope to better understand what is affecting this herd and uncover broader insights into wildlife health across the West. Read more on KUNR Public Radio: kunr.org/local-stories/2026-… @UNevadaReno | @UNRResearch | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #NaturalResources | #EnviromentalScience | #UNRResearch | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Congratulations to Paul Verburg, associate professor in our Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science, on receiving the University President’s Faculty of the Month Service Award for September! Paul was recognized for his dedicated service on the Faculty Senate’s standing Research and Grants Committee. His research as a soil scientist explores how soils respond to environmental stressors, including climate change and land management. We’re proud to celebrate Paul’s service to our University community and his contributions to soil science research! @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNRCABNR | #CABNRAcademics | #CABNRStudents | #NaturalResources | #EnvironmentalScience | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Explore the science and diversity of grasslands! Students take their learning beyond the textbook to explore the evolution, ecology, cultural uses and management of grassland ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, students identify grasses and examine key plant structures, connecting course concepts to the diverse grassland ecosystems found around the world. This hands-on experience gives students the opportunity to closely examine grasses while building skills they can apply to understanding and managing grassland ecosystems. This is part of Grasslands of the World (REM 350), taught by Associate Professor Lesley Morris, Ph.D. The course examines grassland ecosystems across all continents, including dominant grass tribes and the biological and ecological characteristics of key species. Explore more about our Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences: unr.edu/avrs @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNRCABNR | #CABNRAcademics | #CABNRStudents | #RangelandScience | #HandsOnLearning | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Ready for a fall festival where family fall fun and science collide? Everyone’s welcome at the Nevada Field Day & Ag Expo, Sept. 25. Wander through the corn maze, get your pumpkins, visit the farmstand, taste wine and expand your mind! Learn more at unr.edu/nevada-today/news/20… @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | @UNRResearch | #ResarchWorksForNevada | #UNRExperimentStation | #UNRCABNR | #DesertFarmingInitiative | #AgriculturalScience | #Nutrition | #Biotechnology | #NaturalResources | @NevadaLWF | #LivingWithFire | @UNR_EXS | #UNRExtendedStudies
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From building healthy soils and supporting biodiversity to making the most of Nevada’s limited water resources, organic agriculture is about more than what’s on the label. This September, for Organic Month, our Experiment Station’s Desert Farming Initiative’s Grow Organic Nevada Coordinator and Nevada farmer Rob Holley shares what organic really means, the practices behind it and why supporting local organic farms matters. Read more in our latest feature on Nevada Today: unr.edu/nevada-today/news/20… @UNevadaReno | @Nevada_Alumni | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #UNRExperimentStation | #Agriculture | #OrganicAgriculture | #AskTheProfessor | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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See what’s on the menu at Wolf Pack Meats during Nevada Field Day & Ag Expo on Sept. 25! Part of our Experiment Station, Wolf Pack Meats has been harvesting, processing and producing fresh meat since 1967. The USDA-inspected facility processes beef, pork, lamb and goat, including livestock raised by our College as part of its educational and production programs. Stop by the booth to check out what’s available, including jerky, pork sampler packs, beef short ribs and a smattering of steaks. Come learn more about Wolf Pack Meats and its commitment to locally fed, locally produced meat. Find out more: events.unr.edu/event/nevada-… ⏰ Friday, Sept. 25, 2–6 p.m. 📍 1000 Valley Road, Reno Admission and parking are free. No pets, please. @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #UNRExperimentStation | #Agriculture | #NevadaFieldDay | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Raise a glass to Nevada-grown grapes at our Nevada Field Day & Ag Expo on Sept. 25! Our Experiment Station’s Desert Farming Initiative partners with the Nevada Grape Growers & Winemakers to support Nevada’s growing wine industry. This collaboration builds on more than 25 years of wine grape trials at the University, bringing together research, grower experience and viticulture expertise from across the West. Explore ongoing wine grape research and what it takes to grow grapes in Nevada, then stop by the wine tasting to sample Nevada wines and learn more about the grapes behind the industry. Come taste, learn and discover what’s growing in Nevada. Wine tasting is for guests 21 and older. Learn more: events.unr.edu/event/nevada-… ⏰ Friday, Sept. 25, 2–6 p.m. 📍 1000 Valley Road, Reno Admission and parking are free. No pets, please. @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNR | #UNRCABNR | #UNRExperimentStation | #DesertFarmingInitiative | #Agriculture | #NevadaFieldDay | #PackPride | #Nevada
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Congratulations to Rebecca Fanuel on earning two scholarships! Rebecca, a Biochemistry & Molecular Biology undergraduate student in our College, received a Balloon Race Scholarship from the University’s Balloon Race Scholarship Committee, as well as our College’s Dr. Carol M. Condit Endowed Scholarship. The Balloon Race Scholarship recognizes academic achievement, extracurricular involvement and community service. Powered by volunteers on the University’s Balloon Race Scholarship Committee, the fund’s annual awards support student success. The Dr. Carol M. Condit Endowed Scholarship recognizes dedicated and academically accomplished undergraduate students pursuing degrees in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. Established through a planned gift following Condit’s passing in 2023, the scholarship honors her legacy by providing financial support to students carrying forward her commitment to the field. Rebecca is passionate about mental health advocacy, community engagement and patient-centered care. She plans to attend medical school and hopes to contribute to medical research while pursuing a career in anesthesiology or OB-GYN. We’re proud to celebrate Rebecca and these well-deserved scholarships as she takes the next step toward her future in medicine! @UNevadaReno | #UNevadaReno | #UNRCABNR | #CABNRAcademics | #CABNRStudents | #Biochemistry | #MolecularBiology | #FacesOfThePack | #PackPride | #Nevada
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