Welcome to Scientific Discoveries
Scientific Discoveries features the latest research and innovation in agricultural science. The accomplishments on this site showcase ARS’s dedicated scientists finding groundbreaking and timely solutions to our country’s biggest agricultural challenges. From the farmer's field to the consumer's table, ARS is working hard to help farmers, ranchers, and suppliers provide our great nation with safe, abundant, and high-quality food and agricultural products.
This is a remarkable time for agricultural research, with new innovations and advanced scientific tools that are helping to solve agriculture’s biggest and most urgent challenges facing our farmers, growers, ranchers, and industry members.
Dive into Scientific Discoveries and learn about the latest innovations in agricultural research.
Latest Research Updates
ARS researchers are helping farmers save on water usage costs while maintaining good crop yields.
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ARS researchers in Wyndmoor, PA, are working to combat potential E-coli risks that can occur when consuming postharvest Romaine lettuce.
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Featured Video: Unlocking the Code to Protecting American Cattle
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Animal Health
ARS researchers identified innovative ways to prevent the potential spread of the cattle fever tick.
Crops
A tiny wasp is turning out to be an important ally for one of America’s biggest crops.
Food Safety
Common crupina threatens “First Food” growth on tribal lands
Protecting Our Resources
"Grass Roots", an exhibit developed by ARS scientists, educates the public on the importance, diversity, and benefits of turfgrass and their crop relatives.
Human Nutrition
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) researchers are helping Americans offset chronic health diseases and the debilitating effects of obesity, which can cost up to $4.5 trillion in annual health care expenditures.
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