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

New uses for leftover agricultural products promise more revenue and less waste.

Before you know it, you might be fueling your car from a tree or bale of hay.

Advanced research and technology could squeeze every drop from feedstocks.

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.

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

Research and commerce use a two-pronged ‘fork’ approach to deal with invasive fish

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

Small herbivores consider restoration seedlings a delicacy.

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

Scientists repurpose natural chemicals to kill disease-carrying insects.

New techniques use radiation to eliminate dangerous mosquitoes.

No cure yet, but treatment options for devastating ailment may be on the way.

Scientists are using a special camera to look into the eyes of each cow being processed through a feedlot.

Scientists discover new variant of bacteria that causes pinkeye. 

ARS researchers are working on eradicating the cattle fever tick.

ARS researchers look to improve diagnostics tests and vaccines for this devastating disease.

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

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.

Alligator weed works its way into Northern California. ARS researchers are seeking biocontrol agents.

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

ARS researchers are finding new, more sustainable uses for ethanol byproducts.

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

New online tool helps California farmers reduce the risks of climate change.

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

ARS researchers are working on strategies to protect herds from transmission of brucellosis.

ARS scientists explain how farmers can use nitrogen while both saving money and protecting the planet.

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

Researchers turn organic waste into products that protect people and the planet.

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

Dr. Pugh made major advances in understanding the role of the bacterium that can cause pinkeye in cattle.

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.

Science may boost the cotton nonwoven industry and clean the environment.

ARS makes managing cropland easier for growers worldwide.

Assessing whether mycotoxins in poultry feed could predispose chickens to fatal disease even at low levels.

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

ARS scientists chart course of water management.

ARS researchers are developing ecofriendly practices for Atlantic salmon production.

New wheat and barley offer higher yield, greater disease resistance and increased nutritional value.

ARS team fights blueberry virus to help growers keep fruit on the shelves.

ARS researchers are using a bioplastic coating to naturally shield seeds from dangerous fungi.

Where can you find reliable information on the medicinal uses of herbs and plants?

Researchers are helping growers fight diseases of hemp and mitigate the damages they cause.

Drones can provide rapid, large-scale evaluations of crop health to save time and improve production.

Broccoli microgreens contain higher amounts of phytonutrients and minerals.