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Trends in U.S. Fruit Consumption Relative to...
Fruit consumption in the U.S. has been steadily declining, with average intake dropping nearly 20% since the early 2000s. Despite the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommending 2 cups of fruit…
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The Economics of Cellular Agriculture
Cellular agriculture is reshaping how we think about food, producing meat, seafood, eggs, and dairy with little to no animal involvement. This innovative approach, which includes precision fermentation and cell-cultured…
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The National School Lunch Program: Background,...
The National School Lunch Program: Background, Trends, and Issues, 2024 Edition dives into how one of the nation’s largest food assistance programs has evolved over time. It explores the impact…
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Food Safety: USDA Should Take Additional Actions...
Each year, millions of Americans are affected by foodborne illnesses, with pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter continuing to pose significant risks. While the USDA has taken steps to reduce contamination…
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America’s Farms and Ranches at a Glance: 2024...
America’s farms and ranches are as diverse as the landscapes they cultivate, with family-owned operations making up 96% of all farms in 2023. While small farms dominate in numbers, large-scale…
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USDA Climate Adaptation Plan 2024-2027
The USDA’s 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan takes bold steps to address the evolving challenges posed by climate change. Building on its 2021 Plan, it outlines actionable strategies to protect landscapes,…
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Methodology of the USDA, Economic Research...
The USDA Economic Research Service’s Agricultural Trade Multipliers (ATMs) offer a detailed look into how U.S. agricultural exports support economic output and job creation. By using a revamped program and…
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Structured Science Syntheses to Inform Decision...
Federal agencies like the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service oversee vast public lands, managing them for diverse uses, from recreation to energy…
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Household Food Security in the United States in...
Since 1995, the USDA has gathered yearly data on food access, spending, and assistance sources across the U.S. This effort, led through the Food Security Supplement (FSS) in the Current…
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The National School Lunch Program: Background,...
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) plays a critical role in supporting the health and nutrition of America’s children, providing subsidized lunches in nearly 100,000 schools and childcare institutions nationwide.…
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Earth Observation Remote Sensing Tools—Assessing...
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), in partnership with the Joint Agency Commercial Imagery Evaluation (JACIE), has launched the Earth Observing Satellites Online Compendium, an accessible web database for remote sensing…
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Clade...
There is a report of a highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1) virus in dairy cattle and cats in Kansas and Texas, United States, which reflects the continued spread of…
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The Impact of Disasters on Agriculture and Food...
Disasters are resulting in unprecedented levels of destruction across the world. These shocks and disruptions affect the functioning and sustainability of agricultural production and threaten the livelihoods of millions of…
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Rethinking Concerns About AI’s Energy Use
With the recent surge in interest in artificial intelligence (AI), people are once again raising questions about the energy use of an emerging technology. In this case, critics speculate that…
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Security Requirements and Considerations for...
The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of hazardous materials (hazmat). Millions of tons of hazmat are safely transported…
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