U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

Solving the Biggest Agricultural Challenges Through Data Innovation

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

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Changing Tastes: Rise and Fall of the Beltsville Small White Turkey

The Beltsville Small White turkey, now considered a heritage breed, was developed by the USDA in the 1940s.

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Tracking and Fighting a Tree Killer

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

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International Partnership Keeps Northern Ireland Green, But Not Too Green

ARS is working with researchers in Ireland to reduce excess phosphorus from fertilizer leaching into lakes a…

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ARS Science is Helping Turkey Producers

ARS scientists in Beltsville, Maryland are working to improve turkey production.

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Purple Sweetpotatoes for Thanksgiving and More

Researchers found a way to preserve purple sweetpotatoes’ beneficial anthocyanin levels during processing.

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A Green Alternative to Pesticides for Cranberry Growers

ARS scientists are trying to ensure a sustainable future for cranberries.

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