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Researcher targets invasive tree of heaven and the pest that depends on it , articleAs the invasive spotted lanternfly continues to spread through Virginia, one Virginia Tech scientist says fighting the insect’s favorite tree may be the key to slowing the growth of both. Carrie Fearer, an assistant professor of forest pathology in the College of Natural Resources and Environment, is testing a naturally occurring fungus that attacks the ailanthus altissima, best known as the tree of heaven. The tree is an aggressive invader that also provides the perfect home for the spotted lanternfly.
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Rising Hamburger Helper sales may signal shifting consumer confidence, expert explains , articleHamburger Helper, the familiar boxed mix that combines pasta and sauce with a pound of ground beef, is finding its way back into more American kitchens. Virginia Tech economist Jadrian Wooten said the renewed interest in Hamburger Helper offers insights into how families are adjusting to record beef prices and higher grocery costs.
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Experts available: Virginia elections, SNAP benefits, Head Start, Supreme Court on tariffs, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss this week's contentious and historic Virginia elections, the impact of SNAP benefits expiring, how the government shutdown could affect Head Start, the potential fallout from the Supreme Court's impending tariff decision, and more.
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Head Start funding pause would affect child development and stability, expert warns , articleIf the government shutdown cuts off funding for the federal Head Start program, the consequences for children, families, and educators could be far-reaching, says a Virginia Tech expert.
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Experts explain impact of expiring SNAP benefits, share resources to help , articleVirginia Tech experts Elena Serrano, director of the Virginia Family Nutrition Program, and George Davis, interim head of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, are co-authors of the book “Food and Nutrition Economics” and can explain how SNAP benefits work, how people will be affected by them expiring during the government shutfown, and actions those impacted can take.
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Experts available: VA elections, Halloween, Daylight Saving, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news including the Virginia elections on Nov. 4, Halloween, Daylight Saving, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
