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ARS research is helping to ensure that there are enough cacao plants for chocolate. Download this photo and learn more.
It's Podcast Tuesday! I'm purple on the outside, have gold flesh on the inside, small in size, flavorful and have a low glycemic index. I'm in the produce area of the grocery store. What am I? Find out in Science in your Shopping Cart | Season 1: Tomatoes, Potatoes & Spinach – Episode 2: Potatoes
USDA unveiled its new Plant Hardiness Zone map. The 2023 map is more accurate, detailed, and includes sophisticated mapping methods and the inclusion of data from more than 13,000 weather stations. Latest updates reflect ARS’s ongoing commitment to ensure the Plant Hardiness Zone maps remain a premiere resource for gardeners and others.
ARS Memorial Lecturers
The Agricultural Research Service's Memorial Lectureships recognize scientists who have made outstanding contributions to agriculture.