Under the Microscope | Exploring the intersection of rising ozone pollution and agriculture with plant physiologist Lisa Ainsworth. Learn how global climate changes are directly influencing productivity in the agricultural sector. A thought-provoking conversation on the challenges faced by growers. https://lnkd.in/eD37Vpv2
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
Research Services
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Revolutionary Research for a Growing World
About us
ARS enjoys deep-historic roots as the principal in-house research agency of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). Federally-supported agricultural research dates back to the 1862 Organic Act, which established what is now the USDA. The Organic Act charged the then-Commissioner of Agriculture “To acquire and preserve… all information he can obtain by means of books and correspondences, and by practical and scientific experiments…” ARS was founded in 1963 with the vision of leading America towards a better future by fulfilling this charge through agricultural research and information. ARS employs 2000 scientists and post-docs at over 90 locations across the country. Collectively, our scientists are engaged in almost 700 cutting-edge research projects at any given moment. Projects range from how to reduce nitrate runoff on Midwest farms, to best practices for Honey Bee management. The information, technology, and improved techniques originating in the ARS scientific community have profound and wide-ranging impacts on all consumers domestic and abroad.
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http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/main.htm
External link for US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1953
- Specialties
- Agricultural Research, Animal Production & Protection, Nutrition, Food Safety & Quality, Crop Production & Protection, Sustainable Agricultural Systems, International Agriculral Research, Pest Management Policy, and Scientific Communication
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Jamie L. Whitten Federal Building
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20250, US
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George Washington Carver Center
5601 Sunnyside Avenue
Beltsville, Maryland 20705, US
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Updates
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Welcome to Podcast Tuesday! Listen to the Fastest Growing Fish to hear more about the unique way trout are raised through the aqua-flow-through system. https://loom.ly/P4jy16U
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#ICYMI: Big news in Woodward, OK! Today, USDA leaders & officials marked the completion of the modernization of the ARS Experiment Lake Dam. This upgrade includes a new pumping system for efficient irrigation & will be part of a pilot program for remote monitoring of dam safety.
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At roughly 2 inches in length, the Asian giant hornet is a threat to honey bees. Jacqueline Serrano, an insect chemical ecologist, in Wapato, WA, has been investigating this invasive pest, including developing lures that contain known wasp and hornet attractants for use in AGH traps. https://lnkd.in/g_pCJVf9 #WorldBeeDay
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#WorldBeeDay | Researchers have been exploring innovative strategies to enhance honeybee populations, including developing disease-resistant bee breeds, creating edible vaccines for viruses, utilizing nutrient-rich algae as food sources, and leveraging genetic information to improve breeding programs. These advancements are crucial in safeguarding the future of honeybees and ensuring their vital role in pollination. https://lnkd.in/gyMEFrYx
Building a Better Honey Bee | Scientific Discoveries
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USDA held a dedication ceremony to mark the completion of the modernization of the ARS Experiment Lake Dam located in Woodward, OK. The event included remarks from USDA leaders, including ARS Associate Administrator of Research Operations and Management, Joon Park, Congressman Frank Lucas, and representatives from stakeholder groups. The modernized dam incorporates a new pumping system that efficiently provides irrigation water to fields used in research projects. It will also become part of the network pilot program to remotely monitor the performance and safety of earthen dams.
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USDA is looking for nominees to join the Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production. Be part of shaping policies and breaking barriers in urban farming. Nominations open till July 7, 2024. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/efEheiJd #UrbanAgriculture #AdvisoryCommittee
USDA Seeks Members for Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production
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US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) reposted this
We currently have a research opportunity available with our Quality Assurance Unit. This position is within the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS), located in Manhattan, Kansas. The NBAF Quality Assurance Unit is working to build a culture of quality by coordinating and implementing quality initiatives and continual improvements while using quality management systems in support of the ARS research programs at NBAF. To learn more about this #opportunity, visit https://lnkd.in/gWGGnw5T. Applications are being accepted through July 5, 2024.
USDA-ARS Research Fellowship in Laboratory Quality Assurance
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May 20 is World Bee Day! Understanding why honeybees can be aggressive is important for keeping both humans and bees safe. Researchers in Baton Rouge have discovered a specific gene in honeybees that makes them less defensive. This finding could help beekeepers and others better understand and work with bees. To learn more, check out https://lnkd.in/gkxHNtwt
The Buzz Around Bee Genomics | Scientific Discoveries
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Congratulations! Dr. Timothy L. Friesen on being selected as the recipient of the American Phytopathological Society's 2024 Ruth Allen Award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to innovative research in the field of plant pathology. Dr. Friesen’s groundbreaking research has not only significantly advanced our understanding of plant diseases but also has the potential to reshape the direction of research in plant pathology. https://lnkd.in/getKR9ST