News stories from the past two weeks that feature (or will interest) CALS faculty and staff:CALS In the News

Farm Show vendors planting the seeds of future sales – Green Bay Press-Gazette
(quotes Randy Fortenbery)

Study Focuses On Prions – Wisconsin State Journal
(quotes Joel Pedersen)

Nimblegen Will Offer Stock In Sale To Public – Wisconsin State Journal
(mentioned: Michael Sussman, Fred Blattner)

UW Experts Says Food System Works, But Doesn’t Work – Wisconsin Ag Connection
(Quotes Michael Pariza)

Recognizing Tribally Centered Cultures – Diverse Issues in Higher Education
(Quotes Kevin McSweeney, Jacquie Hitchon-McSweeney)

Issues to Watch

Growing mentorships: Giving guidance to young farmers – The Capital Times

Universities warn of lag in research – The Capital Times

Can Stem Cells Cure Heart Disease? – MIT Technology Review