Assistant professor Gina Sideli is leading a decade-long plant breeding project that’s moving into its final trial to identify a new and improved blueberry cultivar to bring to market, and that can produce a sweeter, firmer fruit for Garden State growers. Read more.

As an extension specialist in tree fruit, Anne Nielsen’s goal is to protect the natural world by developing sustainable management practices. She focuses on invasive species, including stink bugs and spotted lanternflies and their effects on fruit crops. Read more.

Rutgers Food Innovation Center was among the partners to host this collaborative conference that was launched last year to promote the growth of New Jersey’s food technology sector by building awareness of its strength in food innovation. Read more.

Food Science alumni, students, and faculty took a break from the Institute of Food Technologists' First Annual Event & Expo in Chicago on July 15 to connect over engaging conversations and a few drinks at the Arc Bar in the Hyatt Regency. View post.

Be sure to join the alumni LinkedIn group established exclusively for student and alumni of SEBS/Cook/CAES/AG for job postings, research participation opportunities, campus news and events, and more!

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