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Study of 'misbehaving chromosomes' by Morris remains relevant to wheat scientists today Tuesday, May 18, 2021

M. Rosalind Morris, University of Nebraska–Lincoln emeritus professor of plant cytogenetics, is internationally recognized for her pioneering work in wheat cytogenetics and in showing the effects of irradiation on corn. Her career at Nebraska spanned from 1947 to 1990.

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6 honored with Milton E. Mohr Awards Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Six Department of Agronomy and Horticulture students have been named recipients of Milton E. Mohr 2021–2022 awards. These awards recognize outstanding undergraduate and graduate students in the sciences of biotechnology and engineering based on their academic performance and potential for accomplishments in their specific field.

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Polk named Chancellor's Scholar Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Samuel “Sam” Polk, a plant biology major in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture, is one of 65 University of Nebraska–Lincoln students who were recognized as Chancellor’s Scholars during the undergraduate commencement ceremonies May 8 at Memorial Stadium. Chancellor’s Scholars are students who have maintained 4.0 grade-point averages on all collegiate work at Nebraska and elsewhere.

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Schumacher named MACA Young Leader scholarship recipient Monday, May 10, 2021

Kyle Schumacher, a sophomore agronomy major, was named a recipient of the 2021 Mid America Croplife Association Young Leader Scholarship.

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Plant biology graduates earn prestigious awards Friday, May 7, 2021

Two plant biology majors who will earn Bachelor of Science degrees May 8 are being recognized for prestigious awards.

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48 Agronomy and Horticulture students to graduate in Spring 2021 ceremonies Thursday, May 6, 2021

Congratulations to all of our graduates! Thank you for your talent and commitment, and for enriching the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture. Best wishes on your future endeavors.

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Wortmann retires after decades of work in sub-Saharan Africa and Nebraska Monday, May 3, 2021

Charles Wortmann, University of Nebraska–Lincoln agronomy and horticulture professor and Nebraska Extension soil and nutrient management specialist, will retire May 31 after a 20-year career at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

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Frels is new assistant professor, head of small grains breeding program Monday, May 3, 2021

Katherine Frels joined the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture March 1 as an assistant professor and to head the small grains breeding and genetics program. She has a 75% research and 25% teaching appointment.

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Todd and Kaiser receive Family and Friends Award Friday, April 30, 2021

Kim Todd and Michael Kaiser were honored for their outstanding support to students with Family and Friends Awards, formerly known as the Parents’ Recognition Awards, during a virtual celebration March 5.

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Crops Judging team earns third at Kansas contest Monday, April 26, 2021

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Crops Judging Team competed in the Blue Dragon Classic crops judging contest at Hutchinson Community College in Hutchinson, Kansas, April 16.

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