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Researchers study the pathways of plant disease – and more – through the air.

See how ARS researchers are using insects to reduce the presence of Arundo, a fast-growing invasive grass.

BRIDGEcereal quickly and accurately analyzes genomic data for cereal crops to improve crops.

Unique antibodies found in camels could be used to produce nanobodies that quickly block pathogens.

ARS joins research project to help organisms survive a drier world.

ARS scientist borrows genetics approach to predict impact of changing climate conditions on crops.

In addition to brewing, Kernza can be used in many products as a substitute for traditional wheat.

ARS researchers find answers in the unique biology of the ocean.

ARS scientists are using genetics to keep the Louisiana sugar industry vital.

ARS researchers identify plantain and banana hybrids with resistance to black leaf streak disease.

Researchers and the sugar industry join forces to refresh the environment.

New research aims to stop loss of cacao plant whose "cacao bean" seeds are the source of chocolate.

ARS scientists improve nutrients and add value to rice crop.

ARS makes managing cropland easier for growers worldwide.

It's estimated that in 2020 growers suffered $100 million in losses due to Impatiens necrotic spot virus.

ARS is leading a nationwide effort to improve and expand the use of cover crops in agriculture.

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

ARS is helping farmers correct and analyze their yield data more efficiently and effectively.

Developing superior new pear rootstocks is a research priority at the National Clonal Germplasm Repository.

Now is a good time to take a virtual trip to the U.S. National Arboretum.

ARS researchers are focusing on perennial warm season grasses for bioenergy.

Apple orchards today can produce about 10 times more than they did 100 years ago, thanks to ARS.

The LandPKS mobile app can also be used to identify soil and monitor vegetation in suburban yards.

Many ornamental trees and shrubs found throughout the U.S. were developed by the U.S. National Arboretum.

ARS laboratory houses the world’s largest collection of genetic resources gathered under one roof.

The USDA-ARS Sugarcane Field Station, in Canal Point, FL, celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.

ARS scientists are looking for ways to keep strawberries mold free without fungicides.

Plum pox virus—a serious disease capable of devastating stone fruits—has been eliminated in the U.S.

Increasing the proportion of bran to grain may enhance whole grain rice's overall nutritional value. 

USDA Red, the world's first true red spinach variety has been released by ARS.

A chance discovery has turned into effort to  understand a scourge that is killing trees by the thousands.

The main ingredient in a new breakfast cereal is new soft white spring wheat developed by ARS.

Minnie Finger Lime, bred to grow well in Florida, is the perfect name for a new citrus cultivar.