The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-06-20
Completing Genome of Rusty Patched Bumble Bee May Offer New Approach to Saving Endangered Bee
A detailed, high-resolution map of the rusty patched bumble bee's genome has been released by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife... Read more
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2024-06-20
USDA Releases Updated Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) joined more than 20 federal agencies to release its updated Climate Adaptation Plan and expand the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to ensure... Read more
2024-06-20
USDA Forest Service Seeks Public Comment on Draft Guidance for Old Growth Management on National Forests
Tomorrow, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is taking the next step to advance President Biden’s commitment to conserve old growth forests by publishing a draft environmental impact... Read more
2024-06-18
Pearl Millet Wins Approval From Honey Bees and Other Pollinators
Pearl millet, an annual grass used for grain and forage, can be a good food source for honey bees and hover flies, according to a recent study. Read more
2024-06-18
1890s National Scholar Finds Purpose Through Science
Four years ago, Jordan McMahon wasn’t sure if he would go to college. Today, he is a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 1890 National Scholar and published researcher. He recently graduated from... Read more
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2024-06-17
The Right-Size Nest Can Maximize Pollination Capabilities of Solitary Bees
Solitary bees have a shorter lifespan compared to honeybees, usually lasting the spring or summer season. These bees have limited time to perform a lot of pollination work and they can use all the... Read more
2024-06-17
USDA Recognizes National Pollinator Week
During the week of June 17-23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is recognizing and celebrating National Pollinator Week. Pollinator species, such as bees, other insects, birds and bats... Read more
2024-06-17
Biden-Harris Administration Partners with Electric Cooperatives to Bring Affordable Clean Energy to Rural Coloradans as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is making new clean energy investments in Colorado through the Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) program as... Read more
2024-06-15
Producers Can Now go "Whole Hog" on New Heat Stress App for Pigs
HotHog, a new smartphone application ("app") that predicts heat stress in pigs, is now available for download and use, a team of Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and university scientists... Read more
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2024-06-14
Sudan food emergency: Unpacking the scale of the disaster and the actions needed
More than 20 million face acute food insecurity. Read more
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2024-06-14
Sudan food emergency: Unpacking the scale of the disaster and the actions needed
More than 20 million face acute food insecurity. Read more
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2024-06-14
USDA Awards $50 Million to Support Farmworkers and Agricultural Employers
– Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is awarding $50 million to 141 awardees in 40 states and Puerto Rico, through the Farm Labor... Read more