CANR News

Category: Applied Economics and Statistics

April 02, 2024 Written by Nya Wynn | Photo by Evan Krape

Interdisciplinary agricultural education

November 12, 2025 | Written by Nya Wynn | Photos by Kathy F. Atkinson and courtesy of Daisy Creel

Agriculture and natural resources major Daisy Creel immerses herself in animal and food science, agribusiness and policy. Creel grew up on a family farm and participated in 4-H, setting herself up for a career in agriculture. She has spent her time at the University of Delaware learning about the business side of agriculture and all aspects of farm to table.
Class project to internship

October 28, 2025 | Article by Nya Wynn Photos by Kathy F. Atkinson and courtesy of Keeley McCormick

Food and agribusiness marketing major Keeley McCormick turned a job shadow assignment into a Mountaire internship
Small changes, big impact

October 21, 2025 | Written by Nya Wynn | Photos by Evan Krape and Katie Young, courtesy of Carl Nelson-Poteet

Holding an undergraduate degree in energy and environmental policy and environmental studies, Carl Nelson-Poteet next pursued a master’s in Water Science and Policy. His thesis on the effects of temperature defaults on energy and water consumption can be applied to evaluate sustainability efforts at colleges and universities. At the same time, his work with the Office of Sustainability and the CEAE mentoring network helps to keep students interested in sustainability.