University of Idaho

University of Idaho Wheat Breeder Jianli Chen has discovered a genetic mutation associated with a 5% to 10% yield gain in wheat. (PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO)
Aug 4, 2026

U of I researcher discovers naturally occurring mutation that could help boost wheat yields

University of Idaho researchers found a genetic mutation linked to a 5-10% increase in wheat yields, advancing breeding programs in Idaho.

Brad Wilson, Bogus Basin GM, accepts Lifetime Achievement Award at ICORT 2025. (PHOTO: ANDRE WOMACK)
Jul 22, 2026

Nominations open for Idaho Lifetime Achievement Award in recreation and tourism

Nominations are open for Idaho's lifetime achievement award recognizing significant contributions to recreation and tourism industries.

Graduate researchers Sarah Davis (left) and Hunter Hawkins (center) work with research faculty John Shovic to find AI solutions for a safety and productivity issue at Amalgamated Sugar. (PHOTO: U OF I)
Jun 30, 2026

University of Idaho launches new AI degree programs amid surging workforce demand

University of Idaho is launching bachelor’s and master’s artificial intelligence degrees at Moscow and Coeur d’Alene campuses to meet growing workforce demand.

May 18, 2026

USDA restores $59M grant for University of Idaho farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reinstated a $59 million grant to the University of Idaho to support regenerative agriculture and marketing for farmers.

Brian Kane
May 15, 2026

University of Idaho appoints Brian Kane dean of College of Law amid enrollment growth

The University of Idaho named Brian Kane dean of its College of Law, succeeding interim dean Aliza Cover as the college experiences significant enrollment growth.

A lower Salmon River bighorn ram. (PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO)
May 6, 2026

Century of decline reduces genetic diversity and connectivity in Idaho bighorn sheep

Idaho bighorn sheep have lost genetic diversity and connectivity over the past century, impacting their long-term survival and adaptation.

The Goldfinch design is the smallest ADU created by PARKE Architecture at 280 square feet. (ILLUSTRATION: PARKE ARCHITECTURE)
Apr 10, 2026

Boise partners with architect to offer cost-saving ADU designs

Boise teams with architect Eamonn Parke to provide pre-approved, no-cost accessory dwelling unit plans, easing housing affordability challenges.

The CALS Deep Soil Ecotron team extracts soil cores at the U of I Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center on Monday, July 2, 2025. The extracted soil will allow investigators and scientists to simultaneously manipulate both abiotic and biotic factors such as climate, plant communities, soil types and more to better understand subsurface soils.⁠ (PHOTO: U OF I)
Mar 20, 2026

University of Idaho to showcase Deep Soil Ecotron at symposium

University of Idaho unveils the Deep Soil Ecotron, a $19 million facility for advanced soil ecosystem research, with a symposium in Moscow.

ugar beets are harvested in southeast Idaho. A new University of Idaho study estimates that agriculture is responsible for more than 17% of the state’s economy. (PHOTO: U of I)
Mar 19, 2026

Idaho agriculture hits annual sales record with nearly $45B

Idaho agriculture reached a record $44.5 billion in annual sales, contributing 17.2% to the state's economy and employing 137,900 people.

High-performance computing systems like this enable researchers to run complex simulations and analyze large datasets in a fraction of the time required by standard computers. (PHOTO: BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY)
Feb 24, 2026

Lemhi supercomputer boosts research capacity across Idaho universities

The Lemhi supercomputer enhances research at Idaho universities by providing faster, more efficient computing power for complex scientific projects.

Feb 10, 2026

University of Idaho survey tracks 35 years of Idaho water resource perceptions

The University of Idaho's 35-year survey reveals evolving public perceptions on Idaho's water quality, conservation willingness, and concerns about water quantity.

Researchers from the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and the College of Science, have teamed up to pioneer the use of computer modeling to develop new classes of fungicides for use in potato production. Pictured are Plant Sciences undergraduate student Brogan Bates and Brenda Schroeder, associate research professor and plant pathologist.​​ (PHOTO: U OF I)
Jan 26, 2026

U of I team taking novel approach to develop new fungicides for potato farmers

University of Idaho scientists are using computer molecular modeling to develop new fungicides with novel modes of action to fight potato crop diseases.


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