Agricultural Research Service (@USDA

Agricultural Research Service

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Agricultural Research Service

@USDA_ARS

USDA’s principal in-house research agency committed to leading America toward a better future through #agriculture. #ARSAgLab #ScientificDiscoveries

United States

ars.usda.gov

Joined September 2009

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ARS researchers in Boise, ID, are providing ranchers and land managers with multiple solutions including prescribed grazing periods for cattle. Targeted grazing can reduce the incidence and severity of wildfires. These images show ranchers and their federal partners discussing
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ARS scientists are working to control the population growth of the invasive spotted lanternfly and its common host -- the Tree-of-Heaven. Both the invasive trees and insects are rapidly spreading across many states. ars.usda.gov/oc/dof/tree-of… Here's more about what to look for if
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Jun 9
You're a real peach! 🍑 In this podcast, we travel to Byron, GA, to the ARS Fruit and Tree Nut Research Unit. Research Horticulturist Chunxian Chen discusses three tasty peaches his team developed: Rich Joy, Crimson Joy, and Liberty Joy. Hear more about these "just peachy"
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ARS scientists are working to advance medical equipment and patient safety by using guayule latex to develop endotracheal tube balloon cuffs. The balloon cuffs provide a more reliable, softer, and safer option for patients requiring endotracheal intubation. Guayule, used in
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ARS scientists and the Collaborative Adaptive Rangeland Management (CARM) team are helping U.S. ranchers solve issues with excessive drought. Using the latest in data-driven technologies, ARS and CARM are enabling ranchers, farmers, and producers to better adapt to changes in
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ARS researchers in Brookings, SD, are studying the benefits of long-term cover cropping – of seven years or more – to help U.S. farmers reduce soil erosion. This practice can also increase the soil's organic matter, improve weed control, and provide forage for animals and
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Nitrogen fertilizer is a critical resource for farms as it promotes optimal crop growth. ARS scientists explain how America's farmers can use nitrogen properly to save money. youtube.com/watch?v=7-5ugr…
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Jun 4
🚨 With the recent detection of New World screwworm in a 3-week-old bovine in Zavala County, TX, USDA urges residents to contact your veterinarian right away if you see any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations in your animals or herd. If you see signs of maggot
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More cheese please! On #nationalcheeseday, enjoy that pizza cheese. 🍕 ARS scientists in Wyndmoor, PA, invented a technology for making lower-fat mozzarella cheese that retains its stretchy, meltable texture, with delicious flavor! aglab.ars.usda.gov/explore-learn/…
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Jun 3
To refrigerate, or not to refrigerate -- we have the answer to that question on #NationalEggDay. ARS researchers in Athens, GA, have studied whether it's better to store eggs inside or outside the fridge, as is the practice in some locations. USDA-ARS confirms its safer to wash
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In #ScientificDiscoveries, ARS scientists are helping U.S. poultry farmers tackle a devastating disease -- Necrotic enteritis. Learn how researchers are taking a novel approach to control the widespread disease, which can be fatal for chickens and cause billions in economic
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Hatching a way to produce safer eggs while maintaining quality -- ARS scientists at the Food Safety and Intervention Technologies Laboratory in Wyndmoor, PA, have been working on solutions to keep Americans safe! See how their updates in research with radio frequency
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On #NationalEggDay, Deana Jones, current director of the U.S. National Poultry Research Center in Athens, GA, answers questions about egg safety, handling, and consumption. Check out our egg safety page to watch the video and learn more about ARS egg research at:
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