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Fresh potatoes
Idaho Ag Today
Registration is now open for University of Idaho Extension’s inaugural Fresh Pack Potato Symposium.
EPA Grants RFS Exemptions, USDA Introduces New Rancher Intiative
Line on Agriculture
The Environmental Protection Agency has granted 1.76 billion gallons of exemptions from the 2025 Renewable Fuel Standard. EPA plans to reallocate these volumes to 2026 and 2027 obligations, effectively neutralizing the impact.
Meanwhile, the USDA's Ranchers First Initiative introduces a new insurance option for ranchers to retain heifers for breeding, expands disaster assistance, supports small beef processors, and prioritizes American beef in federal procurement.
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Marker Assisted Avocado Breeding
Farm of the Future
UCR staff researcher Dr. Eric Focht says a new gene discover allows them to use marker-assisted selection to improve the avocado breeding process.
Dairy Genetics Meet Beef Demand
California Ag Today
Research highlighted by Farm Bureau points to feedlot management opportunities for a growing segment of the cattle supply.
Beef-on-Dairy Cattle Gain Ground in U.S. Feedlots
Southeast Regional Ag News
More dairy farms are using beef genetics, and the resulting calves now represent a significant share of feedlot cattle.
Cosmic Crisp Developed Naturally
Fruit Grower Report
It’s become very popular over the past five or so years, and the Cosmic Crisp apple came to us with no artificial assistance.
UC Davis Research Explores Natural Bird Flu Resistance in Chickens
California Ag Today
New project could help identify genetic traits for healthier commercial flocks
Clemson Research Opens New Path in Peanut Breeding
Southeast Regional Ag News
Scientists identify naturally lower-allergen peanut lines that could support future breeding efforts.
Auburn Research Points to New Insights for Broiler Breeders
Southeast Regional Ag News
USPOULTRY-funded study finds flock social dynamics may be a key to improving fertility and chick output.
Higher-Priced U.S. Wheat Wins Southeast Asia Buyers on Quality
Line on Agriculture
The US Wheat Associates is noted for its higher-priced wheat compared to competitors like Australia, Canada, and the Black Sea region. Joe Sowers, regional vice president, explains that the US has invested in breeding technologies to produce superior wheat for domestic use, which translates into better performance in automated production lines
Cosmic Crisp Developed Naturally
Fruit Grower Report
It’s become very popular over the past five or so years, and the Cosmic Crisp apple came to us with no artificial assistance.
Can Scientists Predict a Peanut’s Flavor?
Southeast Regional Ag News
University of Georgia researchers are developing a new tool that could help peanut breeders evaluate flavor potential earlier and more efficiently.
Georgia Farmers Put More Than $1.5 Million Behind New Research
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia cotton and peanut growers are investing heavily in research aimed at improving yields, fighting pests, and finding new market opportunities for producers across the Southeast.
Cosmic Crisp Naturally Developed
Fruit Grower Report
It’s become very popular over the past five or so years, and the Cosmic Crisp apple came to us with no artificial assistance.
Wheat in Idaho holds steady
Idaho Ag Today
As total U.S. wheat acres have continued to decline for the past three decades, Idaho wheat acres have remained stable.
Strawberry Harvest Hits Fast Forward in California
California Ag Today
Early heat and evolving berry varieties are changing the pace of the season.
The Chicken Care Playbook
California Ag Today
A new book breaks down everything from chick setup to disease prevention with humor and real science.
Clemson Lands Major Grant for Cotton Research
Southeast Regional Ag News
$11 million investment from Bezos Earth Fund aims to improve cotton from the plant up using advanced science.
Halter cow collar
Idaho Ag Today
Artificial intelligence seems to me it's changed our life in 0 to 3 years. Yes, even cows are getting smart upgrades.