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Are Your Veggies Sleeping?

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New research suggests the way we store harvested produce can affect its circadian rhythm and nutrient offerings.

Hoop Houses Built for Desert Crop Research

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A new initiative out of Nevada will provide research and education surrounding crop production for small- to medium-sized desert farms.

GMOs Cause Health Problems in Pigs

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A study shows genetically modified feed affects condition of pigs’ stomach and uterus, opening up more questions about GMOs’ effects on livestock.

Colorado Shelters Rescue Livestock Displaced by Fire

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The second major wildfire to devastate Colorado in two years leaves animal rescuers scrambling to keep pets and farm animals safe and healthy.

Black Locust Trees Evaluated for Fuel Production

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Due to their quicker growth rate, black locusts demonstrate better biomass production qualities than other woody plants.

Choctaw Hog Faces Extinction

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With only 100 individuals left in the U.S., the Choctaw hog is the center of a new conservation campaign spearheaded by the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy.

Identify Wildflowers with Online Guide

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A new online guide from the University of New Hampshire helps farmers identify young wildflowers native to New England.

Water Quality Could Hurt Dairy Production

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Dairy cows that consume poor-quality water produce less milk than cows not subject to water-quality problems, a study shows.

New Foot-and-Mouth Disease Detection

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A newly created cell line helps scientists identify pig and cattle tissue infected with foot-and-mouth disease much quicker than current detection methods.

Distinguishing Pure Olive Oil from Imposters

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New technology developed by the USDA enables testing of olive oil for quality control.

Small Farmers Gain Organic Industry Voice

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The nation’s leading organics-industry trade association formed a Farmers Advisory Council to allow organic producers direct communication on industry matters.

U.S. Food-borne Illness Rate Remains Steady

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Extension specialist analyzes new reports surrounding food-borne illness in the U.S. and points to proper preparation as key to illness prevention.

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