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ARS presents a new cooking series that blends culinary dishes with food science. Each episode highlights a talented chef who creates wonderful, delicious recipes while our research experts discuss how they are making the foods we eat safer, tastier and more sustainable.
Apr 29, 2024 -
Follow these tips to learn how to eat healthy.
May 31, 2021 -
Check out our new "Science in Your Shopping Cart" podcast series to learn which ARS research products may be sitting in your shopping cart.
Apr 09, 2024 -
Learn about the versatility of buckwheat in cooking as well as the nutritional benefits and taste variety of beans.
Sep 24, 2024 -
Feeding astronauts on long space missions requires more than just leafy greens and tomatoes.
Oct 09, 2024 -
A team of ARS researchers is providing farmers in Hawaii with new apps to help manage threats to their crops.
Sep 11, 2024 -
Check out some cool innovations and research being conducting to ensure your favorite apples are fresh, tasty, cost-friendly, and high quality.
Dec 19, 2023 -
ARS maintains an experimental orchard in Geneva, NY, devoted to bringing you even better apples for the future.
Mar 15, 2021 -
Does the future of farming include harvesting solar rays along with crops?
Sep 18, 2024 -
ARS is home to many amazing young minds. Learn about them in our Young Scientists series.
Mar 03, 2021 -
Good nutrition is important for everyone, not just Olympic athletes.
Jul 25, 2024 -
Vegetables can have a positive impact on your mental wellbeing.
Aug 28, 2024 -
Scientists at ARS are exploring solutions to help boost bees’ defenses and keep them buzzing.
Aug 21, 2024 -
Scientists are perfecting a technology to embed nanoparticles of silver – a known anti-microbial agent – inside of cotton fibers.
Apr 10, 2024 -
A team of USDA scientists is working on a double-cropping system as a way to improve a farmer’s profit margin by growing cattle feed between rows of a cash crop, in this case corn or soybean.
Jul 14, 2021 -
ARS scientists in Idaho are using cattle to promote ecological restoration of western rangelands overrun by invasive grasses.
Jul 31, 2024 -
Careers for new scientists span a variety of disciplines in agriculture. Want to know more? Check out this page.
Jul 24, 2024 -
'Agrivoltaics' is a hot new idea that uses land for both growing food and making energy from the sun in states where there’s lots of sunshine and not much water.
Jul 17, 2024 -
ARS researchers developed a weather data model to predict EcO157 contamination trends in lettuce.
Jul 10, 2024 -
Pollinators are essential to healthy, biodiverse ecosystems.
Jun 14, 2023 -
Did you know that fire ants are a menace to humans, animals, and agriculture? At ARS, we're working to stamp out fire ants!
Jun 26, 2024 -
ARS researchers have collected and identified 50 lady beetles that are beneficial, serving as champions of Hawaiian biological pest control.
Jun 19, 2024 -
Huanglongbing, also known as citrus greening, poses the most serious threat that the Florida citrus industry has ever faced.
May 13, 2024 -
Cooking with Science Episode 3: learn about research ARS is doing to improve strawberries, watch a cooking video and get recipes.
Feb 14, 2024 -
Researchers develop novel way to prevent the spread of plant disease.
May 29, 2024 -
One of the great challenges to sustainability today is plastics.
May 22, 2024 -
USDA is launching a "Grand Challenge" initiative to combat salmonella poisoning.
May 15, 2024 -
Cooking with Science Episode 2: learn about ARS potato research, watch a cooking video and get recipes.
Jan 10, 2024 -
ARS researchers are examining how cattle, swine, and poultry are raised in an effort to improve their quality of life.
May 01, 2024 -
The invasive Arundo plant threatens local water supplies. See how ARS scientists are identifying insects that are naturally equipped to fight this problem.
Apr 17, 2024 -
The ARS Egg Safety and Quality Research Unit conducts research to protect both the health of consumers and the marketability of eggs.
Dec 13, 2022 -
ARS keeps the pep in peppers. Cooking with Science Episode 1: Learn about ARS research to develop superior peppers, watch a cooking video and get recipes.
Nov 30, 2022 -
Researchers are collaborating to ensure that Alaska farmers have the best possible crops and practices for resilient and sustainable production in their changing condition.
Mar 27, 2024 -
Popular folk remedy witch hazel is an effective and natural alternative to conventional antibiotics.
Mar 20, 2024 -
Scientists at ARS's Eastern Regional Research Center in PA have identified a method to improve the safety of ready-to-eat foods while minimizing quality losses.
Mar 06, 2024 -
Scientists are working alongside industry and academia researchers to produce green jet fuel.
Feb 28, 2024 -
Nearly $8 billion per year is, literally, wasting away and there is currently no way to stop it. ARS scientists are on the case.
Feb 21, 2024 -
Researchers believe perennial grains could provide a number of crucial advantages for farmers and the environment.
Jan 17, 2024 -
ARS researchers are helping farmers use beneficial insects to protect their crops.
Feb 07, 2024 -
ARS scientists are using non-traditional fish parts to make catfish more appealing to diners and increase profits for fish farmers.
Jan 11, 2024 -
Researchers here developed a dual-detection biosensor that is portable, enabling on-site testing of samples for mercury.
Jan 24, 2024 -
The Agricultural Research Service is helping ensure that native plants with cultural, historical, medicinal, and edible significance remain available for future generations.
Nov 06, 2023 -
Agriculture's impact on the planet depends on how it’s practiced.
Dec 06, 2023 -
This gallery offers photos relating to research at the Agricultural Research Service. Download the photos and learn about our research.
Jan 10, 2023 -
A new process converts organic waste into nanocellulose, a brown, fibrous material that can be used in multiple products from cardboard boxes to food packaging.
Jul 06, 2023 -
ARS scientists have invented a new way to keep waste out of landfills, make consumer products safer, and reduce dangerous emissions – all at the same time.
May 24, 2023 -
ARS offices, employees and locations around the country are strongly encouraged to participate in STEM outreach opportunities aimed at increasing literacy in science, technology, engineering and math for students of all ages.
Nov 15, 2023 -
ARS scientists developed a series of algorithms capable of effectively predicting the prevalence of Salmonella.
May 25, 2022 -
Improving facets of animal production that deal with genetics, nutrition, health, and reproduction is a key part of a “systems-based approach.”
Mar 23, 2021 -
A new biobased kitty litter developed by ARS scientists could be coming to a box near you—your cat's, that is.
Oct 04, 2023 -
ARS scientists developed a new system for testing beef during processing.
Jan 25, 2021 -
ARS scientists are hard at work identifying new plant oils and new uses for existing ones, both in and outside the kitchen.
Sep 27, 2023 -
We’re going to learn about a very small fungus, called yeast. Let’s find out how this special fungus helps us make bread.
Sep 20, 2023 -
One approach to eliminating plastic packaging is to use plant-based fiber to create products that are environmentally harmless but provide similar results to plastic.
Aug 15, 2023 -
Several types of invasive Asian carp threaten rivers and the Great Lakes. ARS researchers and commerce are using a two-pronged ‘fork’ approach to deal with the invasive fish.
Aug 09, 2023 -
We all know that insects surround us, but what about the ones that get closer to home – inside our homes?
Aug 02, 2023 -
Learn about this innovative approach that’s helping farmers grow their crops more efficiently – and sustainably.
Jul 26, 2023 -
What happens if we put hydrogen peroxide and yeast together in a large quantity?
Jun 14, 2023 -
ARS scientists are analyzing spinach varieties to identify varieties that have low oxalate levels, which is sometimes linked to better health.
Jul 12, 2023 -
The ARS Pollinator Health in Southern Crop Ecosystems Research Unit in Stoneville, MS recently set up a new apiary!
May 24, 2023 -
At ARS, researchers are working on new approaches to limit ticks’ ability to spread.
May 31, 2023 -
Researchers at the ARS Food Processing and Sensory Quality Research Unit in New Orleans, LA, are conducting research to ensure better quality of U.S. catfish.
May 17, 2023 -
ARS scientists are looking to turn the tables on mosquitoes and other insect pests like house flies by making them into lunch for other animals.
May 10, 2023 -
Do different types of apples have the same number of seeds? Try this fun data analysis and collection experiment for elementary school students.
Apr 26, 2023 -
The Chesapeake Bay is the largest and most productive estuary in the United States and third largest in the world.
Apr 19, 2023 -
ARS scientists are inventing new tools to investigate blood-sucking insects.
Apr 04, 2023 -
ARS researchers found an effective, organic treatment against nematodes and other pests that uses orchard grass.
Mar 22, 2023 -
The United States began honoring women’s history in 1980, but ARS has a long tradition of celebrating the role of women in science.
Mar 15, 2023 -
ARS scientists use genetics to keep the Louisiana sugar industry vital.
Mar 08, 2023 -
ARS researchers have discovered that the condition of soil dramatically affects how well grasslands can sequester carbon in the soil.
Mar 01, 2023 -
Scientists are turning that waste into products that can refresh the soil. Two examples involve mill mud and bagasse.
Feb 22, 2023 -
Researchers may boost the cotton nonwoven industry and clean the environment.
Feb 21, 2023 -
Check out the videos in our "What Is" video series.
Jan 18, 2023 -
ARS researchers have been hot on the trail of the destructive spotted lanternfly.
Feb 01, 2023 -
Rice, already the primary staple for half the world's population, is getting a makeover from a research team in New Orleans, LA. The results are a more healthful grain and many potential new products.
Jan 30, 2023 -
It's Mardi Gras season and we’re excited to feature some of the great research happening at the ARS Southern Regional Research Center in New Orleans, LA!
Jan 30, 2023 -
ARS scientists have identified a possible tool to fight the invasion of the Brazilian peppertree.
Jan 25, 2023 -
ARS researchers are breeding new lines of tomatoes that are resistant to anthracnose disease which causes tomato fruit rot.
Jan 11, 2023 -
In aquaponics, fish and plants are grown together in a system where the fish live in a tank and their waste is broken down by bacteria into fertilizer for plants.
Jan 04, 2023 -
Flooding fields may be a win-win for farmers and birds in the Mississippi Delta.
Dec 21, 2022 -
ARS researchers developed a new bioplastic-based spray to fight aflatoxins using natural ingredients.
Dec 07, 2022 -
Students from the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences visited ARS's National Animal Disease Center
Nov 29, 2022 -
A Thanksgiving meal just wouldn’t be the same without the sweet/tart goodness of cranberries. A project funded by ARS is working to ensure the staple stays on the table.
Nov 23, 2022 -
Vertical farming, the practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, allows farmers to grow fresh produce indoors year-round.
Nov 16, 2022 -
The National Agricultural Library is making it easier to stay up-to-date with new nutrition research!
Nov 10, 2022 -
Raising healthy chickens requires planning, attention to detail, and fastidiousness when it comes to completing daily chores.
Nov 09, 2022 -
A restless plant that thrives in several cemeteries in Mississippi could be linked to a royal Gypsy family.
Oct 31, 2022 -
ARS researchers are improving soil through better farming practices.
Oct 19, 2022 -
Guidelines for properly cooking meats are well documented, but what about for plant-based products?
Oct 12, 2022 -
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A tiny parasitic wasp known as the samurai wasp, may be the solution to the major economic damage to crops perpetrated by the stink bug.
Sep 26, 2022 -
Use this project to fin dout if you are getting enough vitamins and minerals.
Jun 01, 2022 -
ARS researchers discovered a fuzzy gray bee that carves its nest into chunks of sandstone!
Sep 13, 2022 -
ARS researchers are using puled light as part of their approach toward combating food pathogens and diseases.
Aug 31, 2022 -
Test your knowledge of late summer fruits and vegetables at your local farm or farmers market. How many can you find?
Aug 24, 2022 -
A pair of bald eagles and their eaglet live in a tree at the U.S. National Arboretum in Washington, D.C.
Aug 17, 2022 -
Dairy cows that produce organic milk also produce manure capable of replenishing nutrients in soil while slowing nutrient-runoff to nearby water sources.
Aug 03, 2022 -
ARS researchers undertook a five-year study to improve control of the ticks that spread Lyme disease.
Jul 20, 2022 -
ARS scientists have developed a special ultraviolet-C irradiation technique that may keep strawberries mold-free without chemical fungicides.
Jul 13, 2022 -
ARS scientists in Burns OR are giving native plants, and the ecosystems they support, a helping hand by combatting invasive plants.
Jun 29, 2022 -
Add color and flavor to your water by making fruity ice cubes at home.
Jun 15, 2022 -
This insect is native to East Asia and feeds on the sap of the vividly colorful crapemyrtle trees, as well as apple and blackberry plants.
Jun 08, 2022 -
ARS developed climate smart farming systems by employing artificial intelligence (AI) to help farms become more sustainable and environmentally friendly.
May 25, 2022 -
ARS Soil Management and Sugar Beet Research Unit staff participated in Expedition Colorado, an annual field trip to teach students about natural resources and conservation practices.
May 20, 2022 -
Many ARS employees participate in STEM outreach opportunities aimed at increasing literacy in science, technology, engineering and math.
May 20, 2022 -
ARS scientists are exploring how a seaweed species could potentially reduce methane emissions in livestock production.
May 18, 2022 -
ARS scientists in Arizona are exploring ways to use water more efficiently, by recycling wastewater to irrigate crops.
May 11, 2022 -
Learn how ARS’s research and accomplishments promote sustainability, address climate change, and benefit the environment.
Apr 22, 2022 -
Are you eating ARS-developed French fries?
May 04, 2022 -
Composting is an excellent way to reduce waste that’s sent to landfills while providing soil in your gardens or fields with precious nutrients.
Apr 20, 2022 -
ARS scientists are helping to preserve the genetic diversity of our food crops by storing the seeds and other parts of hundreds of thousands of plants.
Apr 19, 2022 -
Did you know that popcorn is a 100 percent whole grain? Learn more about popcorn.
Apr 13, 2022 -
ARS scientists researched whether raising beef cattle without antibiotics would reduce antimicrobial resistance levels. Learn what they discovered.
Apr 12, 2022 -
Learn how ARS scientists are working hard to fight this pest and protect our beloved ash trees.
Apr 07, 2022 -
These parasitic wasps lay eggs inside the developing fly larva and consume them from the inside.
Apr 04, 2022 -
Did you know there are five food groups that help us stay healthy? Just download, print and get coloring!
Mar 31, 2022 -
Check out the AgLab coloring sheets. Just download, print and get coloring!
Mar 31, 2022 -
Whether you like ad-libs, word scrambles or coloring we have games for you.
Mar 31, 2022 -
Do you know what food groups are part of a healthy plate? MyPlate can help you build a healthy eating routine and can be used for kids and adults of all ages!
Mar 16, 2022 -
A new method of freezing food without turning it rock solid could not only improve the quality, but save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, too.
Mar 09, 2022 -
The ARS Electron and Confocal Microscopy Unit is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopes capable of producing high-resolution, digital images.
Mar 02, 2022 -
Learn the benefits of this natural recycling method and how to get started with composting.
Feb 16, 2022 -
Should you store eggs in the refrigerator or let them sit out in the kitchen at room temperature?
Feb 10, 2022 -
Learn how ARS researchers are turning to the sun to help fight a strawberry fungus.
Feb 08, 2022 -
ARS scientists are constantly discovering and describing new species of insects like the ostrich moth.
Feb 02, 2022 -
Nematodes with a taste for "insect innards" may offer cranberry growers a natural alternative to fighting hungry crop pests with chemical insecticides.
Feb 02, 2022 -
This activity helps students learn more about different animal behaviors . Get creative painting or drawing!
Sep 29, 2021 -
Need a science projects for your classroom or at-home learning? Check out these projects offering a variety of topics and skill levels.
Jan 20, 2022 -
Scientists and staff at the National Cold Water Marine Aquaculture Center in Franklin, ME, have been improving the amount and quality of America’s Atlantic salmon for nearly 20 years.
Jan 19, 2022 -
This moth is native to Southeast Asia and its caterpillar feeds on the tissues inside stems of plants in the myrtle family.
Jan 04, 2022 -
Try this experiment around your yard or school and see how biodiversity at the plant level affects biodiversity at the insect level.
Aug 26, 2021 -
Did you know that ARS scientists developed a tasty, nutrient-rich peanut butter alternative made from sunflower seeds?
Dec 21, 2021 -
ARS scientists are working to make a better jet biofuel and make air travel more sustainable.
Nov 30, 2021 -
For this experiment, we’re going to test the effect a hard soil layer has on plant growth and root development.
Jun 28, 2021 -
ARS scientists are working with NASA to develop sustainable farming techniques and technologies to grow fresh produce while in spaceflight.
Nov 01, 2021 -
The USDA has an app, called Food Keeper, to help you learn how to store the foods that you eat properly!
Nov 01, 2021 -
This mite is used by farmers to attack and feast on bugs that destroy strawberries and other crops inside greenhouses and fields.
Oct 29, 2021 -
These caterpillars started as a “friend” but the species became an invasive “pest” when it was discovered in Florida.
Oct 29, 2021 -
Aeromonas hydrophila has ravaged the catfish farming industry in Alabama and other states since its discovery in 2009.
Oct 27, 2021 -
ARS researchers may have found an organic pesticide that could help farmers protect their crops from hungry pests.
Oct 21, 2021 -
Pumpkins are fun to carve, but they are also a favorite ingredient for many people!
Oct 19, 2021 -
Microalgae could provide a strong, sustainably produced artificial diet for honeybees.
Oct 15, 2021 -
For this experiment, we’re going to test the effect that high salt soil concentrations have on plant growth and root development.
May 18, 2021 -
Scientists at the ARS Fruit and Tree Nut Research Station have developed a new way to protect pecans from diseases.
Oct 12, 2021 -
Consumers aren’t likely to clean their cantaloupes with a steam cleaner, but an ARS scientist did just that. Find out why.
Oct 04, 2021 -
This experiment helps students compare vitamin C content and rank orange varieties or juice brands from highest to lowest.
Jan 07, 2021 -
ARS scientists found a way to make a valuable compound from bread waste.
Sep 16, 2021 -
ARS entomologist Tracey Leskey, who talks about stink bugs, ants, box elder bugs and other insects.
Sep 10, 2021 -
ARS researchers are evaluating ways to use gluten-free alternatives, like amaranth, in popular products like cookies and pasta.
Sep 01, 2021 -
This activity helps students learn more about different animal behaviors to ensure pets are happy and stress free.
Aug 26, 2021 -
ARS scientists recently found an environmental benefit to growing alfalfa: carbon reduction in the atmosphere.
Aug 18, 2021 -
Learn more about food allergies and how to stay safe
Aug 11, 2021 -
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Discover what the different vitamins and minerals do and how to choose foods that contain them.
Jul 21, 2021 -
ARS scientists have come up with a very promising for peanut allergy treatment.
Jul 07, 2021 -
This experiment helps students create a black light and use it to look at the fluorescence of different food items and plants .
Jan 04, 2021 -
ARS scientists have created a state-of-the-art machine that can reduce pesticide use between 30 and 85 percent!
Jun 28, 2021 -
ARS study shows safest ways to cook meatballs to minimize health risks from Escherichia coli.
Jun 14, 2021 -
ARS scientists are helping farmers and ranchers convert farm and ranch leftovers and waste to sources of bioenergy (oil and gas), and high-value by-products.
Jun 09, 2021 -
Scientists are turning potentially wasted fruits and veggies into tasty, healthful products for you to enjoy.
May 28, 2021 -
The air potato vine introduced 115 years ago from Asia has multiplied and smothered native plant communities in all of Florida’s 67 counties.
May 17, 2021 -
Scientists' studies of nine milkweed species in critical breeding areas of the country show that female monarch butterflies prefer laying their eggs on certain milkweed species.
May 12, 2021 -
When it comes to restoring rangeland habitats, there is no replacement for "prescribed fire," according to Agricultural Research Service ecologists.
May 11, 2021 -
A high-tech facility called SoyFACE allows for open-air field tests simulating greenhouse gases conditions predicted for 2050.
May 11, 2021 -
ARS scientists aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty while researching ways to manage manure and protect water resources.
May 11, 2021 -
Scientists are experimenting with alfalfa as a promising alternative to using fishmeal, a protein-rich ingredient in aquaculture feeds given to "farm-raised" finfish and shellfish.
May 10, 2021 -
Scientists are examining biochar's potential to rejuvenate the soil, especially in degraded land areas like mining sites where high acidity and pollutants like heavy metals can stop or slow plant growth.
May 10, 2021 -
USDA scientists are studying ways to lower the cost of farming fish while improving omega 3 content and fillet quality.
May 05, 2021 -
ARS researchers helped formulate a tasty fruit-based bar with health-promoting ingredients.
May 03, 2021 -
Learn about photosynthesis and how plants use it to feed the planet.
Apr 20, 2021 -
A team of ARS researchers is developing a web-based tool that will help cattle producers select the best bull for their herds.
Mar 23, 2021 -
This gallery offers photos relating to research at the Agricultural Research Service. Download the photos and learn about our research.
Feb 25, 2021 -
ARS scientists are developing innovative methods to accurately detect mold contamination in crops and food.
Feb 22, 2021 -
The Nutrition Facts label provides a suggested serving size and can help you learn how much of each nutrient you are eating.
Mar 19, 2021 -
Healthy eating is healthy living with these online tools.
Mar 19, 2021 -
Nutrition experts Dr. Patrice Armstrong and Colleen Sideck, from the Food and Human Nutrition Information Center, answer questions and provide tips
Mar 19, 2021 -
Discover what fiber is and why it's important to eat it.
Mar 19, 2021 -
Healthy snacks can give you energy when you are hungry between meals.
Mar 19, 2021 -
Starting the day with a healthy breakfast can help you stay focused and energized while learning.
Mar 19, 2021 -
The bacteria that live and work together to keep you healthy are called the “gut microbiota.”
Mar 19, 2021 -
With some planning, it is easy to combine plant-based foods throughout the day.
Mar 19, 2021 -
ARS offers internship programs to current students and recent graduates, and even Presidential Management Fellowships, to explore federal careers as paid employees.
Mar 19, 2021 -
ARS has bred "seedless" grape varieties with seeds so tiny that you can't even detect them.
Mar 18, 2021 -
What you eat at certain stages of life may determine your future health.
Mar 05, 2021 -
Great pizza needs great ingredients! Did you know that two of those were developed by ARS?
Mar 04, 2021 -
Check out our new "Science in Your Shopping Cart" factsheets to learn which ARS research products may be sitting in your shopping cart!
Feb 17, 2021 -
ARS researchers in Franklin, ME, have bred an improved salmon strain and shared the eggs with commercial fish farms
Feb 10, 2021 -
ARS researchers are investigating red clover to help cows excrete less ammonia into the environment.
Feb 08, 2021 -
ARS scientists collect, study and evaluate natural enemies with potential to biologically control invasive plants.
Feb 05, 2021 -
Farmers can reduce weeds while increasing yields by instituting complex crop rotations.
Feb 04, 2021 -
A process controls weeds by using exhaust heat produced by a walk-behind tractor.
Feb 03, 2021 -
ARS scientists develop sustainable agricultural systems to protect natural resources and support rural communities in arid and semi-arid regions.
Feb 02, 2021 -
ARS researchers are exploring using camera-mounted drones to reduce herbicide spraying where and when it’s not needed.
Feb 02, 2021 -
Researchers identified several options for controlling potato crop diseases, including spreading their plants with oregano.
Feb 02, 2021 -
An ARS scientist has joined a team of researchers working to restore oysters along the Eastern seaboard.
Feb 01, 2021 -
Scientists have shown that cover cropping can improve organic weed management.
Feb 01, 2021 -
ARS researchers and partners have developed the most complete genome sequence to date for yak and Scottish Highland cattle.
Jan 27, 2021 -
ARS scientists released “Hidden Valley” meadow fescue, a type of flowering grass that flourishes across the midwestern U.S.
Jan 26, 2021 -
ARS scientists have unearthed a natural material that helps prevent a deadly fish disease.
Jan 21, 2021