Beef and Sheep Facility Manure Holding Lagoon
Beef and Sheep Facility Manure Holding Lagoon
The Beef and Sheep Facility Manure Holding Lagoon project is located at the Beef and Sheep Farm on South Race Street in Urbana, Illinois.
Cracking the code to trying vegan eggs
As the demand for plant-based meat and dairy options grows, vegan burgers, nuggets, and beverages have been in the spotlight for sustainable protein alternatives. But unlike their meatless burger counterparts, plant-based eggs haven’t received the same attention from researchers — until now.
Consumers prefer self-checkout when buying stigmatized products, study shows
Self-checkout registers have become ubiquitous in grocery stores as they provide convenience and efficiency for customers. They also offer more privacy with no human directly monitoring your purchases.
Illinois expert on keeping outdoor workers safe in excessive heat
Another round of excessive heat is on the way through much of the United States next week, with heat indices predicted to reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit or more in many locations.
Keeping animals safe and healthy during excessive heat
Excessive heat will once again blast much of the United States next week, with heat indices predicted to reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit or more in many locations.
ACES Family Academies welcomes families for immersive learning, honors first ‘Ph.D.’ recipient
This summer, families from across the country gathered at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to explore agriculture, science, and campus life during ACES Family Academies.
Illinois plant ecologists fight to restore Midwest biodiversity
Imagine a prairie. How many plant species do you see? Maybe you’re picturing yellow coneflowers, some little bluestem, perhaps a few asters. But plant ecologists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign say these ecosystems are much more diverse than many people realize.
Biologicals vs. biostimulants: Illinois study clarifies crop input confusion
Every time Fred Below and Connor Sible meet with Illinois farmers, they get the same question. “What’s the story with these biologicals? Do they work?”
Understanding relationship development: Towards a more rigorous approach
Gaining a better understanding of how romantic relationships develop over time is key to helping couples maintain a satisfying union and overcome challenges. Researchers and practitioners rely on theories to provide insights, and it’s important that they are accurate and reliable.
Crucial mutant corn stocks threatened under 2026 USDA budget
When most growers plant corn, they expect perfect, uniform rows and plump and pearly yellow kernels lining the cob. But a group of USDA Agricultural Research Service scientists intentionally plant the misfits — some gnarled and speckled, others sprouting tassels where ears should be — to perpetuate the wide array of genetic variation in the Midwest’s most economically important crop.