CAES publications

 

What can you find in CAES publications?

At The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES), we share research and information through many publications. These resources cover plants, insects, soil, public health, and the environment.

You can find:

  • Research reports and fact sheets
  • Alerts, updates, and press releases
  • Guidance on pests, plant diseases, invasive species, and tick safety
  • Topics on agriculture and environmental science
  • Archived publications and workshop materials

Browse publications by topic to find the information you need. Use these resources to stay informed and learn more about our work.

Find helpful fact sheets and resources

Insect fact sheets and resources 

Explore insect fact sheets. Learn about pests and insects that affect health, homes, and farms. Find tips to identify and control common problems.

Plant and garden fact sheets 

Learn about plants grown in Connecticut. Find fact sheets on fruits, vegetables, flowers, and house plants. Get tips to care for them.

Plant care resources for trees and shrubs 

Find information about trees, shrubs, ground covers, and woody plants in Connecticut. Learn how to care for plants and manage pests and diseases.

Composting and landscaping 

Access fact sheets on composting, landscaping, nurseries, lawns, and mulch. Learn how to care for plants and improve soil health.

Weather impacts and data 

Find fact sheets on weather data from Lockwood Farm in Hamden. Learn how cold, heat, frost, and other weather factors can affect plants.

Biological pest control 

Learn how natural organisms can help control pests and protect plants. Find fact sheets about helpful insects and other ways to reduce pest problems.

General plant and pest guidance 

Explore fact sheets on a range of plant, pest, and environmental topics. Find guidance to support healthy plants and landscapes.

All fact sheets and resources 

Access all available fact sheets in one place. Find information on insects, pests, plants, landscaping, and environmental topics in CT.

UConn publications and guides 

Explore gardening, farming, food, and environmental resources from UConn Extension. Find helpful information and tips.
 

Research and technical studies

We share technical bulletins that explain CAES research and scientific studies. Topics include agriculture, food safety, public health, and the environment. These publications provide detailed information about research conducted across Connecticut.

Explore our technical bulletins  
 

Bulletins and research reports

Read current and historical bulletins from CAES. These publications share research findings and information about agriculture, plants, insects, forests, public health, and the environment. Find educational materials for farmers, researchers, educators, and Connecticut residents.

Access our bulletins  
 

Special events and public programs

Explore special events and public programs from CAES. You can visit our laboratories and learn how we support farming, public health, insect research, and the environment in Connecticut. These events show how our work helps people and communities across the State.

Our upcoming event, “CAES: The Nation’s Oldest Agricultural Experiment Station,” is part of the International Festival of Arts & Ideas. You can tour CAES grounds and learn about our history and research programs.

Learn more about CAES: The Nation’s Oldest Agricultural Experiment Station  
 

News and press releases

Find CAES news and updates. Get information on ticks, mosquitoes, invasive species, plant health, food safety, and the environment. Explore past press releases in our archive to learn what we study and how we help people across the State.

Explore our press releases  

CAES accomplishment report

Our accomplishment report highlights research, programs, and services across the State. Learn how CAES supports agriculture, public health, and environmental protection through science and outreach.

Topics include:

  • Research findings and updates
  • Laboratory and field work
  • Public health and environmental projects
  • CAES program highlights

Keep up with CAES updates and archives

Find news, updates, and announcements. Explore current info and explore past reports and bulletins in the archive.


 

Stay up to date with CAES

Discover what’s new. Learn about plants, insects, public health, and the environment. Browse announcements, upcoming events, and follow us on social media.
 

Archived research and bulletins

Browse our archive to find older reports, bulletins, and research updates. Learn about past work on plants, insects, public health, and the environment in CT.