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Researchers study the pathways of plant disease – and more – through the air.

See how ARS researchers are using insects to reduce the presence of Arundo, a fast-growing invasive grass.

A new variety of wheat has shown modest improvements in the plant’s ability to withstand drought.

BRIDGEcereal quickly and accurately analyzes genomic data for cereal crops to improve crops.

Unique antibodies found in camels could be used to produce nanobodies that quickly block pathogens.

ARS joins research project to help organisms survive a drier world.

ARS scientist borrows genetics approach to predict impact of changing climate conditions on crops.

In addition to brewing, Kernza can be used in many products as a substitute for traditional wheat.

ARS researchers find answers in the unique biology of the ocean.

ARS scientists are using genetics to keep the Louisiana sugar industry vital.

ARS researchers identify plantain and banana hybrids with resistance to black leaf streak disease.

Researchers and the sugar industry join forces to refresh the environment.

New research aims to stop loss of cacao plant whose "cacao bean" seeds are the source of chocolate.

ARS scientists improve nutrients and add value to rice crop.

ARS makes managing cropland easier for growers worldwide.

It's estimated that in 2020 growers suffered $100 million in losses due to Impatiens necrotic spot virus.

A team of scientists is using shortwave ultraviolent light (UV-C) to kill powdery mildew fungus.

ARS scientists are researching the pigweed to find ways to mitigate this highly adaptable weed.

Data innovation is helping save the citrus industry from the devastating citrus greening disease.

ARS scientists have joined a team researching ways to control and combat sudden oak death disease.

ARS is working with NASA on a way for astronauts to watch over the foods they will farm on space voyages.

ARS scientists are studying a harmless fungus which can dramatically accelerate plant growth.

ARS and Pheronym, Inc. send beneficial nematodes to the ISS to study them under microgravity conditions.

ARS and NASA are working to develop sustainable farming techniques to grow fresh produce while in space.

Frost-resistant Wiñay potatoes were developed through international joint research with ARS and Peru.

Fungi that can naturally disable or eliminate insects may be key to protecting pecans’ future.

Double-cropping system improves a farmer’s profit margin by growing cattle feed between rows of a cash crop.

ARS scientists are using remote sensing to help wine grape growers improve irrigation strategies.

A look at how ARS will guide fruit and vegetable production in the future.

From the start, USDA researchers have helped with fruit and vegetable growers meet their biggest challenges.

"Yield Editor" provides more reliable yield maps so farmers can customize operations to maximize yield.

George Washington Carver's legacy lives on at the Agricultural Research Service.

Scientists are using ultraviolet light to kill pests of strawberry and other fruit crops.

ARS researchers are working to combat the invasive pest guava root-knot nematode.