The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-08-03
Researchers Enlist Sturdy Yeast to Help Make Cost-Effective Ethanol
Yeasts play a key role in converting ("fermenting") sugars from plants into ethanol fuel. But not all yeasts are created equal. Some are better fermenters than others because they can tolerate the... Read more
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2022-08-02
Oregon State University Berry Authority Bernadine Strik Presents the 2022 ARS B.Y. Morrison Memorial Lecture
"Increased Organic Production of Berry Crops—an Example of Impactful Research, Extension, and Teaching at a Land Grant Institution" is the title of Bernadine C. Strik's 2022 ARS B.Y. Morrison... Read more
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2022-08-02
2022 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report: Repurpose agricultural subsidies to make healthy diets affordable, reduce rising hunger
Impacts from COVID-19, climate change, and conflicts including the Russia-Ukraine war continue to push more people into food insecurity. Read more
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2022-08-02
2022 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report: Repurpose agricultural subsidies to make healthy diets affordable, reduce rising hunger
Impacts from COVID-19, climate change, and conflicts including the Russia-Ukraine war continue to push more people into food insecurity. Read more
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2022-07-27
The Russia-Ukraine grain agreement: What is at stake?
The deal to resume agricultural exports could help alleviate food insecurity and stabilize markets. Read more
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2022-07-27
The Russia-Ukraine grain agreement: What is at stake?
The deal to resume agricultural exports could help alleviate food insecurity and stabilize markets. Read more
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2022-07-18
July Issue of ARS Food and Nutrition Research Briefs Released
Agricultural Research Service scientists are helping to enhance the abilities of regulatory agencies to trace
Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria back to their source during foodborne outbreaks by... Read more
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2022-07-11
ARS Asian Giant Hornet Specialist Is Part of New Exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History
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Matt Buffington is part of a new exhibit "Our Places: Connecting People and Nature" at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (NMNH)... Read more
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2022-07-05
Hanging Out and Taking Selfies: DC9 Becomes a Teenager
My, how they grow up so quickly. Read more
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2022-06-28
Recycling Used Beer Yeast for Environmental Protection
Brewer's yeast used to make beer is typically discarded once it's no longer needed. Sometimes, though, the leftover yeast is mixed into livestock feed as a source of protein and vitamins. Now, there... Read more
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2022-06-27
USDA-ARS Releases Genome of the Voracious Desert Locust
For media inquiries contact:
Kim Kaplan, 301-588-5314 Read more
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2022-06-24
Making cash transfers more effective in reducing intimate partner violence
A new phase in understanding how such programs can empower women. Read more
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