College of ACES

The silence of summer ☀️

Evaluating chicken eggs just got faster and safer! ABE researchers have developed a non-destructive method using hyperspectral imagery and machine learning for quick and accurate egg evaluation.🥚 Read more: aces.illinois.edu/news/illinois-…

Confused about ultra-processed foods? You're not alone. A new @aceatIL & @PurdueAg study found most Americans surveyed favored government policies defining UPFs, and many favored restrictions in schools & beyond. Read: aces.illinois.edu/news/americans… DOI: journals.plos.org/plosone/articl…

🌱 Discover three distinct stories behind #ILLINOIS' enduring impact on agriculture in a new documentary, "Rooted In Discovery: Agriculture at Illinois." The documentary premieres today at noon CT on the Big Ten Network as part of Illinois Day. 🔶🔷

Forever home 🧡

Celebrating 150 years of the Morrow Plots, a new documentary airs today, showcasing Illinois' rich history of agricultural research. Watch “Rooted in Discovery: Agriculture at Illinois” today, July 8, at noon on the @BigTenNetwork.

Innovation is in our roots 🌽 Celebrating 150 years of the Morrow Plots, a new documentary showcases Illinois' rich history of agricultural research. Watch “Rooted in Discovery: Agriculture at Illinois” Wednesday at noon on the @BigTenNetwork. Learn more: aces.illinois.edu/news/new-btn-d…

America 250 🇺🇸

Food, science, and community action in motion. We're partnering with the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation to show kids and young teens how to thrive through feeding their bodies, minds, and community. Read more: illinoisalumnimagazine.org/illinoisalumni… @ILextension @Illinois4H @jjkfoundation

The sounds you don’t notice until you miss them.

Land grant mission: education, research, and outreach. It's what we are all about at @UofIllinois 🧡 Read more about the land-grant mission and how it impacts our state ➡️ aces.illinois.edu/news/defining-…

Cracks in dry soils impact soil structure and further increase moisture loss. A research team from @IllinoisABE explored the process of soil cracking, providing useful information for water and drought management. aces.illinois.edu/news/illinois-… DOI: sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

A well-deserved recognition for one of our own! Congrats to ACES Professor Brian Ogolsky, from the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, for achieving the prestigious Fellow status from the National Council on Family Relations. 🔗 aces.illinois.edu/news/brian-ogo…

Tile drain runoff from agricultural fields can cause phosphorus to leak into waterways. A new study explores using designer biochar pellets to absorb phosphorus from wastewater and later release it as fertilizer. Read more➡️aces.illinois.edu/news/illinois-… DOI: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.10…

As extreme weather events increase, farmers face growing uncertainty about crop production. Research from Natalie Loduca examines farmer risk preferences when dealing with climate impacts. aces.illinois.edu/news/how-farme… DOI: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ja…

𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 Matthew Nolan 🎓 Degree ➡️ M.S in AAE Agricultural and Applied Economics Destination 📍President and Founder of Gravitas Grove

𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 Christopher Mujjabi 🎓 Degree ➡️ Doctorate in Crop Sciences Destination 📍Plant Scientist at BioLumic USA

𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 Ellen Persson 🎓 Degree ➡️ Environmental Science & Management Destination 📍Professional Soccer Player

Congratulations to Dr. Dan Shike on his appointment as head of @Illinois_AnSci! A respected researcher, educator, & Extension specialist, Shike has served as interim head since 2024 and will continue leading one of Illinois' top animal sciences programs. aces.illinois.edu/news/dan-shike…

𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 Carter Haney 🎓 Degree ➡️ Digital & Precision Agriculture Destination 📍Precision Drone Application Specialist