Fresno State JCAST

The official twitter for Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology

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We are proud to welcome Britton Willson as the new director of farm operations! 🐾 The Sanger native has more than 20 years of experience managing farming operations, as well as budgets, equipment, research support and staff.

Read more at https://t.co/kkJRKpX83a

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Join us for the Jordan College Open House and Gibson Farm Market Fall Festival! 🍂 From noon–3 p.m., enjoy free family-friendly activities, farm tours, demonstrations, kids’ crafts and games, samples, prizes and giveaways. Plus, stop by the Fall Plant Sale from 8 a.m.–noon. 🌿

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The Jordan College mourns the passing of alumnus, agricultural pioneer, and WWII veteran Rodger Jensen. Rodger and his wife, Margaret, transformed Central Valley ag and empowered generations of students. Read about his legacy and impact on Fresno State at https://t.co/RBM1rSS6fd

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Welcome to the ag side of campus, Provost Roberts! 🌱🚜

Our new provost toured the winery and labs, checked out some new technology on the farm, and met the faculty and staff who make it all happen. 🐾

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Students like Morgan Jackson are making an impact through hands-on work in the campus sheep unit. 🐑As a Harris Fellow, she has helped oversee the unit’s animal welfare and facility needs while supporting opportunities that extend beyond campus. 🐾

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Jordan College students Victor Fraga and Hannah Chamberlin represented Fresno State at the CSU Agricultural Research Institute’s legislative visit at the State Capitol! They met with legislators and shared their research. 🌱🏛️ Way to go, Bulldogs! 🐾

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Our condolences go out to the family, friends, and former students of Dr. Scott Williamson, an animal science professor and a swine unit manager on the campus farm for over 40 years, who passed away in August.

Read more about his life and legacy at https://t.co/4sKng12gvq

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Dr. Jessica Townsend Graybeal, Associate Professor of Animal Sciences, was invited to serve as a plenary speaker at the International Congress on Animal Reproduction Japan. 🇯🇵

Her presentation was shared with an audience of more than 1,000 attendees from around the world. 👏

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Plant science students Muskan and Jose Jaime presented a research poster about fungal seedling pathogens affecting cotton production in California at the American Phytopathological Society conference in Providence, Rhode Island! 👏 Way to go, Bulldogs! 🐾

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Students Makenna, Alyssa, Cameron, and Kole, embarked on an unforgettable journey to the University of the Azores over the summer! They gained hands-on ag experience, worked alongside faculty and industry professionals and immersed themselves in Portuguese culture.🐾

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Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and former students of Dr. Mahlon Hile, plant science professor emeritus and the "father" of Fresno State’s famous sweet corn, who passed away in June.

Read more about his life and legacy at https://t.co/xCAppaQuxS

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🌱🔬 Ag research in action!

Our students showcased their work at the Summer Research Symposium, putting their curiosity and passion for agriculture and technology to work. The symposium brought together student researchers from STRIDE, Finish in Five, and CSU-SPaRA. 🐾

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We were proud to welcome four students from the University of the Azores for the Summer 2026 Azores Internship Exchange Program! 🌎 Thank you to everyone who helped make this exchange a memorable experience. We look forward to continuing this valuable international partnership!

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Dr. Kristy Sun, Associate Professor of Viticulture and Enology, was recently quoted in an article by The Drinks Business on the use of back sweetening in wine production. 🍷

Read more at https://t.co/C00rFnK0BQ

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Dr. Gurreet Brar, Associate Professor of Plant Science, was recently featured on KVPR, sharing insight about the Central Valley pistachio industry. 🌱

Read more at https://t.co/m7IVHCoVH0

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Congrats to our Department of Animal Sciences and Ag Education for earning honors at the California Ag Teachers' Association Summer Conference: Outstanding Post Secondary Ag Education Program State Winner and Outstanding Large Post Secondary Ag Education Program. 👏

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Alumni and professionals from the table, wine, and raisin grape industry are invited to connect and learn about the latest innovations in grape production and processing at Grape Day from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Aug. 4. 🍇

Learn more and RSVP at https://t.co/l5hbmRomxc

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Our faculty are making the most of summer! Plant Science faculty member Ronald Nishinaka served as a judge at the Merced County Fair's Outdoor Gardens event, where creative landscapes and mini gardens were on full display. 🌿🌸

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From farm tours to ice cream making, our summer ag campers spent two weeks discovering the many sides of agriculture! 🌱 Thanks to our students and faculty for creating hands-on experiences that inspired curiosity and a love for learning. 🚜🐾

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We're excited to welcome alumnus Jason Baldwin as the Ag One Foundation President for the 2026-27 term! 👏 🐾

Read more about how his role will support students at https://t.co/PTQ3wvbscM