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Coming in Spring 2027: the Farm Health and Safety Course. This online certificate is opening in the spring of 2027 and will cover chemical safety, equipment safety, extreme heat, repetitive motion, zoonotic diseases, and safe livestock handling using the One Health approach, among other topics. The course is designed for farm managers, farm personnel, 4-H volunteers, and students.

Home | UConn Extension Bug Week | College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources | University of Connecticut Events2026 Bug Week Events Details on our Events Page. July 2026 Insect Wonders at the Farm Tuesday, July 14 | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Spring Valley Student Farm, ...

A group of our agricultural Extension professionals are in Colorado, presenting and receiving awards at the National Association of County Agricultural Agents meeting. They are sharing knowledge and participating in professional development to improve UConn Extension programs.

Episode 166: Managing Invasive Plants | University of Connecticut Invasive plants are a serious ecological concern. Without natural predators, they push out native plants and the wildlife that depend on them. In Connecticu ...

What's in Your Soil? UConn Lab Has Answers - UConn Today Processing over 14,000 samples a year, UConn's Soil Nutrient Analysis Lab helps residents and businesses learn about their soil with comprehensive, low ...

Tick Prevention Tip: Protect Your Pets

Did you know your veterinarian may recommend a Lyme disease vaccine for dogs along with year-round tick prevention medication?

As New England winters become milder, ticks can remain active for more of the year. That's why it's important to keep your pets on a veterinarian-recommended tick prevention plan throughout every season.

Taking preventive steps helps protect your pets from tick-borne diseases and reduces the chance that ticks will make their way into your home.

Learn more about preventing tick bites for your family and pets: s.uconn.edu/tickprevention