Skip the Sting—Use Fire Ants as Fungicides
August 9, 2013Compounds found in fire-ant could be used to prevent dampening off in your squash, according to the USDA.
Landowners, It’s Time to Go Native
July 30, 2013The USDA encourages landowners to use native plants to benefit their surrounding ecosystem, economy and agriculture.
New Foot-and-Mouth Disease Detection
May 31, 2013A newly created cell line helps scientists identify pig and cattle tissue infected with foot-and-mouth disease much quicker than current detection methods.
Distinguishing Pure Olive Oil from Imposters
May 21, 2013New technology developed by the USDA enables testing of olive oil for quality control.
2012 Ag Census Deadline Extended
March 5, 2013The USDA extends the 2012 Census of Agriculture deadline to March 31, 2013, for farmers who have not yet returned their surveys.
USDA Awards Farm-to-School Grants
November 30, 2012A total of $4.5 million has been awarded for the planning and implementation of farm-to-school programs throughout the country.
Invasive Beetle Threatens U.S. Avocados
October 9, 2012The redbay ambrosia beetle, carrying a fungal disease damaging to avocado trees, is spreading through the U.S. while researchers aim to stop it in its tracks.
Chicken Disease Prevention, Sans Drugs
June 26, 2012A USDA study shows a chicken intestinal molecule can prevent coccidosis in chickens without using antibiotics.
USDA Releases “Food Hub Resource Guide”
May 4, 2012The Food Hub Resource Guide aims to help small-scale farmers reach a wider market base.
USDA Encourages Local-food Initiatives
March 7, 2012“Local food” is the buzz phrase this season with two USDA projects helping to support local food systems.
