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In this video, USDA researchers explain how early-life nutrition, physical activity, and research-backed strategies can help families and communities support childhood health from the start

ARS is one of the most successful federal agencies in bringing consumers the results of research.

Common crupina threatens “First Food” growth on tribal lands

This video shares research from USDA scientists who are studying the connection between diet, gut health, and chronic abdominal pain in kids.

ARS researchers are mapping the genome of the passionflower bee in order to help protect bee diversity.

ARS aims to make Popping Beans a tasty snack that is both protein-rich and gluten-free

ARS scientists on the campus of Tufts University at the Jean Mayer Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging found that a low intake of powerhouse Vitamin K has the potential to reduce cognition and alter several types of nerve cells.

Native microbes provide the key to healthier pollinators and better harvests

Researchers team up to battle peanut smut before it reaches American farms

Researchers bring rosette weevil to bear on yellow star thistle.

Scientists develop new sorghum lines to help cash crops from nematode attacks.

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.

ARS Researchers search for solutions to X-disease, devastating the U.S. sweet cherry industry.

ARS researchers aim to curb the spread of invasive pests and plants through Area-Wide Pest Management

Researchers investigate deadly parasites of beech trees.

ARS researchers have made a new discovery that could benefit the U.S. catfish industry.

ARS’s world class nutrition research is helping Americans live longer, healthier lives.

ARS researchers study the effectiveness of nematodes in reducing a major soybean foe.

A tiny wasp is turning out to be an important ally for one of America’s biggest crops.

Scientists discovered that bees and hoverflies collect pollen from centipedegrass flower heads.

ARS researchers are exploring food insecurity among Asian and Hispanic Americans.

Disease-carrying pests cost the world billions.

A recently discovered compound in peppers may help counter the adverse effects of some diabetes medications.

Project examines the role of prebiotics in healthy gut microbiota.

Scientists use Louisiana-grown crops to create foods with health-promoting properties.

Studies suggest increasing vitamin K may help muscles, bones, memory, and more.

ARS research shows physical activity and diet may affect cell activity.

Scientists in potato country have found many new threats to the nation’s spuds

ARS-funded research delves into the critical connection between childhood obesity and bone health.

New scanner can monitor children’s fruit and vegetable intake.

Researchers find that temperament predicts weight gain.

Being overweight may predispose mothers to pass health challenges to their children.

A new approach to tackling the spotted-wing drosophila involves manipulating the behavior of these insects.

Electricity makes fire ants release pheromone that attracts natural predators.

ARS scientists are studying declining populations of the lady beetle.

Research found that the consumption of vitamins D and K can lower the risk of neurodegenerative disorders.

Navigating E. coli risk in the lettuce industry

Research found that taste perception could influence diet quality.

ARS-funded research helped to empower military families with nutritional knowledge.

Researchers are studying how honey’s bioactive compounds can help against foodborne pathogens.

Researchers have uncovered a promising avenue for enhancing food safety.

Researchers fine-tune taste buds and train discriminating palates.

The black soldier fly can reduce waste, serve as feed, and reduce emissions.

Adding catfish bone powder to breading mix increases profits, nutrition, and sustainability

The infamous spike protein doesn’t just help spread viruses – it can also be weaponized to stop them.

Scientists repurpose natural chemicals to kill disease-carrying insects.

New techniques use radiation to eliminate dangerous mosquitoes.

ARS has launched a sweeping new initiative known as the Salmonella Grand Challenge.

New website delivers spectacular images and details of some of the world's bees.

ARS-funded researchers are studying the role of nutrition in reducing health risks for preterm infants.