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Diversity allows desert bees to thrive in hot arid environments

ARS researchers use biocontrol methods to manage fire ant populations.

Venom found in nestmates’ digestive systems could be key ingredient.

An ARS entomologist is utilizing fire ants as biocontrol to help save sugarcane fields from the sugarcane borer.

Electricity makes fire ants release pheromone that attracts natural predators.

DNA analysis continues to improve efficiencies in crop breeding.

Chimney bees successfully augment declining honeybee pollination.

Researchers use long-term data to assess organic practices.

ARS researchers and the mango industry are working to develop mangoes that are resistant to anthracnose disease.

New research sheds light on how plants navigate complex challenges.

When selecting UV absorbers, go natural.

Researchers are identifying new sources of sweetpotatoes, watermelons, and peppers that resist serious pests.

A new approach to tackling the spotted-wing drosophila involves manipulating the behavior of these insects.

ARS project begins to refill water source beneath Mississippi Delta.

Being overweight may predispose mothers to pass health challenges to their children.

Researchers develop new method to catalog and share wild plant genomes.

Researchers find that temperament predicts weight gain.

New scanner can monitor children’s fruit and vegetable intake.

ARS-funded research delves into the critical connection between childhood obesity and bone health.

Scientists in potato country have found many new threats to the nation’s spuds

ARS research shows physical activity and diet may affect cell activity.

Project examines the role of prebiotics in healthy gut microbiota.

A recently discovered compound in peppers may help counter the adverse effects of some diabetes medications.

Studies suggest increasing vitamin K may help muscles, bones, memory, and more.

Scientists use Louisiana-grown crops to create foods with health-promoting properties.

ARS scientists are providing growers with a DIY process to fight insect pests.

Scientists work to define how agriculture affects greenhouse gasses and more

ARS scientists are innovating fruit packaging to drastically extend shelf life and reduce food waste.

ARS researchers are studying ways to protect cacao from diseases that are major problem for cacao production.

Scientists are investigating how farmer can maximize profitability with limited water.

More greenhouse gas comes from water than land.

Disposable Consumer Products May Sprout Antimicrobial Resistance

Scientists are working with biochar materials to replace petroleum in products like tires.

Understanding what can affect genes may lead to more potent vaccines

Natural pathogen may arrest the pest’s hold on crop fields

Disease-carrying pests cost the world billions.

ARS scientists are studying the flame resistance of naturally colored cotton.

Researchers are using breeding and genetics to tackle problems faced by barley and oat growers.

ARS scientists are working with hemp plant seeds in an effort to unlock this plant's amazing nutritional benefits.

ARS researchers are exploring food insecurity among Asian and Hispanic Americans.

Breadfruit is a popular fruit in the Caribbean and gaining interest worldwide.

Scientists discovered that bees and hoverflies collect pollen from centipedegrass flower heads.

New project invites researchers to take treatments from the lab to the field.

ARS researchers found great value and benefits when intercropping oat with pea plants

Long-term project returns thriving cacao industry to Puerto Rico

ARS researchers are studying the potential benefits of reversing soil erosion on hilly lands

A tiny wasp is turning out to be an important ally for one of America’s biggest crops.

ARS researchers study the effectiveness of nematodes in reducing a major soybean foe.

ARS’s world class nutrition research is helping Americans live longer, healthier lives.

ARS researchers have made a new discovery that could benefit the U.S. catfish industry.