…climate perfect for growing them, so it’s no wonder we’ve been successfully growing them here for over 150 years.” The National Agriculture Statistics Service said the latest crop forecast is…
Funding for Research on Plant-Biotic Interactions
…growth, address water availability issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate climate variability, and ensure food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science, visit…
Germany Pork Consumption at 11 Year Low
…researchers, reflects changing German attitudes about healthier diets and climate-friendly, sustainable food production. There’s also been an influx of refugees who don’t eat pork. Total pork consumption in Germany has…
ASTA Testifies before House Ag Committee on Plant Breeding Innovation, Farm Bill
…specialty crops. LaVigne stressed the importance of promoting a climate of innovation through the funding of critical Farm Bill research programs, and the enactment of clear and consistent, science-based policies…
Best Plants to Plant to Feed the Bees
…found naturally in your particular region, so they are specially adapted to the local growing conditions, wildlife, and climate. Flowering natives with open blooms are the best for bees. Check…
Farmers Assess Impact of Recent Heat Wave
…heat. The NWS Climate Prediction Center map shows a 50 percent probability of above-average temperatures for most of California. “It would certainly suggest, anyway, that we’re in for a couple…
Research on Pests and Beneficial Species Funding from USDA
…mitigate climate variability, and ensure food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science, visit www.nifa.usda.gov/impacts, sign up for email updates or follow us on Twitter @USDA_NIFA, #NIFAImpacts….
NIFA Announces $4.3 Million for Higher Education Support
…issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate climate variability, and ensure food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science, visit www.nifa.usda.gov/impacts, sign up for…
Coffee Grown in California
…at moderate elevation, and tropical areas at very high elevations. The closest we get to a tropical climate is South Florida, which doesn’t have nearly enough elevation. Now, farmers in…
Agri View: Grape Farming Expanding
…It is part of the state where the climate will support a grape crop. Texas also has a small producing wine area. I know of one section in Georgia now…
Critical Agricultural Water Resources Issues Funded
…“Food, water, climate, energy, and environmental issues are all linked together, which is why we invest in multi-level approaches to water management solutions,” said NIFA Director Sonny Ramaswamy. “These solutions…
Critical Agricultural Research and Extension Projects Gains Support
…groundbreaking discoveries that combat childhood obesity, improve and sustain rural economic growth, address water availability issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate climate variability, and ensure food…
USDA Announces $6 Million for Sustainable Energy Research
…address water availability issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate climate variability and ensure food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science, visit www.nifa.usda.gov/impacts,…
National Gardening Exercise Day
…stay hydrated, wear a hat and long sleeves to avoid excess sun damage. And, always have the sunblock handy just in case. If you happen to have your smart phone…