Tag: Purdue University
Purdue greenhouse conveyor creates uniform research
The Purdue University greenhouse will allow researchers to determine the best seeds to create the highest yields while being drought- and climate-resistant.
Purdue Global launches
Purdue Global offers more than 100 degree and nondegree programs, with rolling admission and new sessions beginning monthly.
DuPont creates research link with Purdue University
Purdue University has been granted access to DuPont Pioneer’s proprietary phenotyping and ear photometry technology as part of a research collaboration.
Purdue digital ag startup focused on yield, nutrient management
New software can predict the acreage and yield of the U.S. corn crop at county, regional and multi-state scales.
Extending milk’s shelf life
A rapid heating and cooling of milk significantly reduces the amount of harmful bacteria present, extending milk's shelf life for several weeks.
Modern corn hybrids more resilient to nitrogen stress
Purdue University agronomists find modern corn hybrids use the same amount of nitrogen as earlier varieties and suggest saving some nitrogen for application later in the season.
Stronger corn? Take it off steroids, make it all female, researcher...
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- A Purdue University researcher has taken corn off steroids and found that the results might lead to improvements in that and other crops.
Four ways to manage risk volatility on your farm
Corn prices have dropped as much as $2 since August. How are you managing your farm's risk?
U.S. unlikely to hit renewable fuel standard for cellulosic biofuels
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- The biofuel industry will not be able to meet the cellulosic production requirements of the renewable fuel standard without significant advancements in technology or investment, according to a National Academy of Sciences study prepared for Congress.
Purdue research finds bacteria survives inside plants
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Sanitizing the outside of produce may not be enough to remove harmful food pathogens, according to a Purdue University study that demonstrated that Salmonella and E. coli can live inside plant tissues.
