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Study shows how human urine could fertilize crops

A new study shows how human urine could fertilize crops. The study is showing how bacterial communities in soil are as resilient to human urine as synthetic fertilizers. This makes recycling the bo... more »

agInnovation leaders release 10-year ag research plan

AgInnovation, a network of agricultural experiment stations at land-grant universities, unveiled a 10-year Research Roadmap in Washington, D.C., outlining strategic priorities for agricultural innovat... more »

North Carolina research projects receives funding

Nine specialty crop research projects valued at more than $1.16 million have been awarded to North Carolina State University (NCSU). The projects selected are focused on helping specialty crop grower... more »

Study: research suggests diverse crop rotations offer stability

The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has released findings that suggest diverse crop rotations can mitigate risks associated with poor growing conditions, offering a potential lifeline for... more »

Roger Duncan retires after transforming tree crop production

Roger Duncan, a prominent UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) pomology farm advisor, retired on July 1 after 36 years of pioneering research and Extension work in tree fruit and nut crops. His contributio... more »

Plant sciences symposium marks Boyce Thompson Institute’s 100th birthday

The Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI), a Cornell-affiliated organization that promotes plant science research, is celebrating its 100th birthday through a symposium. Growers and industry individuals c... more »

Senate committee issues new farm bill framework

A U.S. Senate committee has issued a new farm bill framework. U.S. Sen John Boozman, ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, has released a draft of a farm bi... more »

Georgia growers group launches industry partnership push

Working to bolster industry support, the Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) has launched the Partnership for Growth Program. The Partnership for Growth Program provides GFVGA... more »

Produce safety center research symposium speakers announced

The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) is promoting the names of the scientists who will be presenting at the 2024 CPS Research Symposium. The event is scheduled for June 18-19 at the Hyatt Regency De... more »

UGA study shows healthy school lunches aid children’s health

School lunches have come a long way from square pizza and fish sticks, and students across the board are benefiting from improved nutritional standards in the cafeteria. A new study from the Univer... more »