Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment at UMass Amherst

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The Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment at the University of Massachusetts Amherst integrates research and outreach education in agriculture, food systems and the environment. The Center is the contemporary standard bearer of the university’s land-grant origins. It provides linkages from the University with vibrant business, policy and public interest sectors in the state, including

agriculture, the horticultural 'green industries,' environmental decision makers and food system interests. The Center advances academic research and practical solutions to issues and problems that impact the well-being of people, communities, farms, businesses, and natural systems. Building on a tradition of leadership and support for Massachusetts’ agriculture, the Center’s flexible portfolio of projects, programs and initiatives seeks to support original scientific discovery and promote academic scholarship and its application and dissemination for broad public benefit. The Center is the home of UMass Extension, the Massachusetts Agricultural Experiment Station and the Water Resources Research Center. The Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment is based in the College of Natural Sciences at UMass Amherst and works in partnership with faculty across many academic departments at UMass Amherst.

05/12/2026
Need some spring lawn care tips? WCVB 5 and Jason Lanier from UMass Agricultural Extension has you covered. Remember Mow...
05/04/2026

Need some spring lawn care tips? WCVB 5 and Jason Lanier from UMass Agricultural Extension has you covered. Remember Mow high and water deeply.

UMass Amherst turf specialist Jason Lanier says a healthier lawn starts with simple spring basics: sharp mower blades, taller grass, deep watering, and the right timing for seeding and fertilizer.

Today is Founders Day on campus and in honor of the long history of UMass we wanted to share out history with everyone. ...
04/29/2026

Today is Founders Day on campus and in honor of the long history of UMass we wanted to share out history with everyone. Check out the link below to read more about how CAFE came to be! A huge thank you goes out to all of the units, stellar educators, incredible staff and dedicated faculty that work hard daily to ensure we help you, our community.

The UMass Amherst Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment, the University’s central location for research and educational outreach on agriculture, natural resources, and food systems, was founded in 2001 as the "Center for Agriculture." The center is part of the College of Natural Scienc...

04/27/2026

Most native plants are not keeping pace with climate change, and their geographic ranges are likely to shrink without assisted movement. One of the ways that landscapers can help is by planting species native to nearby, ecologically similar areas (called ‘near-natives’) in addition to local natives. Originating from nearby ecologically similar areas significantly increases the likelihood that the species will establish without harm. Planting climate-smart native and near-native species provides the biodiversity and climate adaptation benefits that underpin resilient ecosystems.

Read more and learn about resources in the article Climate-Smart Native Plants for Ecological Landscaping in our April edition of Hort Notes

https://www.umass.edu/agriculture-food-environment/landscape/newsletters/hort-notes/hort-notes-2026-vol-372

Illustration of climate-smart native plants in the Northeast by Marina Ibrahim

04/27/2026

Our next spotted lanternfly webinar is coming up on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10am. Hosted by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), this quarterly webinar series provides stakeholders with the most current information about SLF in Massachusetts. The May session will feature...

The UMass Soil and Plant Nutrient Testing Lab can help out with personalized recommendations for your garden this year. ...
04/15/2026

The UMass Soil and Plant Nutrient Testing Lab can help out with personalized recommendations for your garden this year. See this story by WCVB 5 on what our routine soil analysis can do for you! Have more questions? Put them in the comments below or email us at [email protected].

A $20 UMass Amherst soil test gives gardeners custom advice to improve soil, save money and help plants grow better.

Have you been curious about clean energy for your home, business farm or even your town? Our UMass Clean Energy Extensio...
04/10/2026

Have you been curious about clean energy for your home, business farm or even your town? Our UMass Clean Energy Extension team has amazing resources for you to check out and explore.

Need a gift or just something cozy to get through the last bits of a cold spring? EweMass Blankets are still available f...
04/06/2026

Need a gift or just something cozy to get through the last bits of a cold spring? EweMass Blankets are still available for purchase! Contact Alice Newth at [email protected] for more information on how to get your blanket today!

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