…the UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center, where Singerman conducts his research. Useche works at the UF Gainesville campus. Their results are outlined in an Extension document, http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe983. Read more….
Honey Bee Colony Health Survey Results
…above, a number of research activities within USDA’s Research, Education and Economics mission area have been initiated since the action plan was released; for example: NIFA is currently seeking applications…
Challenging Conditions in the West
…The research may examine relationships nationally, eco-regionally, or for other subpopulations of interest. More information on the Campus Research Challenge: https://www.epa.gov/national-aquatic-resource-surveys/national-wetland-condition-assessment-campus-research-challenge More information on the National Wetland Condition Assessment: http://www2.epa.gov/national-aquatic-resource-surveys…
Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Results
…increase carbon storage, and generate clean renewable energy. USDA also supports global food security through in-country capacity building, basic and applied research, and support for improved market information, statistics and…
Almond Update: EQIP Program
…Almond Board-funded research on reducing dust emissions at harvest. The Almond Hullers & Processors Association worked closely with NRCS to develop this funding opportunity. Growers may receive $10.52 per acre…
New Cow Milk Benefits Found for Babies
…the research with several partners including University of California Davis and Hilmar Cheese company. The research found the same beneficial sugars in cow milk that babies need in human milk….
Toolkits for Starting Farmer’s Markets
…Keck, AMS Local Food Research and Development Division Director Every community wants to support initiatives that promote economic growth and create new jobs, but sometimes it can be hard to…
Agri View: Ag College Enrollment
…equine science and veterinary technology. Other considerations: Programs should offer a variety of classes, including animal/plant science, agricultural computer software, animal anatomy, agriculture safety, public policy and research. Look for…
Agri View: Weather Losses
…investing in drought-tolerant varieties, and nations restricting trade to protect food security. Adaptive actions in the areas of consumption, production, education, and research involve seizing opportunities to avoid economic damages…
$10 Million in Green Energy Research
…announced the joint investment of $10 million towards research that will drive more efficient biofuels production and agricultural feedstock improvements. These awards were made through the Biomass Research and Development…
White House Asked to Challenge WHO Proposal Discouraging Dairy for Children up to Age 3
…consistent with available scientific data, including the research used for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans – or even with WHO’s own nutritional guidance,” said Connie Tipton, IDFA’s president and CEO….
Funding to Relieve Veterinarian Shortages
…2009, NIFA has invested in and advanced innovative and transformative initiatives to solve societal challenges and ensure the long-term viability of agriculture. NIFA’s integrated research, education, and extension programs, supporting…
Agri View: Pollinator Extinction
…by comparison — 16 percent are threatened with extinction, “with a trend towards more extinctions,” the researchers say. About 75 percent of the world’s food crops, the report notes, depend…
Agri View: Olives in Florida?
…7,513 jobs since 2007, according to researchers with the University of Florida Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences. After conducting his own research on the viability of growing olives in…