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Protecting and Enhancing the Nation’s Wetlands
Wetlands are some of the world’s most productive habitats in the world, boasting a rich diversity of plant, insects and animal species.
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Groundhog Day: February 2
Whether you tune in to see if Phil sees his shadow or not, check out how USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture-funded research is helping rodents and their connection to timber sustainability.
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Recognizing NIFA’s Work Enhancing Equality
As we recognize and celebrate Black History Month, we highlight the work of the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and its Land-grant University partners in advancing racial justice, equity, and opportunity.
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National Pie Day: Jan. 23
National Pie Day is January 23, and what’s better than a warm, delicious dessert during these cold winter days?
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National Cheese Lovers Day: Jan. 20
January 20 marks National Cheese Lovers Day. As you build your next charcuterie board or grab a simple cheese and crackers snack, think of our dairy research partners that help move your favorite product from the farm to your…
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National Healthy Eating Week
National Healthy Eating Week aims to encourage individuals to adapt healthy eating habits.
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What’s Ahead for NIFA
The start of the New Year sparks new resolutions and goals. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) gears up for 2022 with the following goals and priorities in mind.
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National Bagel Day: Highlighting NIFA-Supported Grain Research
National Bagel Day is January 15! Grab a bagel and your favorite spreadable topping and read about how USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture is supporting the grain industry.
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January is National Soup Month
Nothing drives away those chilly winter blues like a hot, nutritious bowl of soup. During National Soup Month, try these delicious soups recommended by our friends at Cooperate Extension units around the country.
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Celebrating NIFA’s 2021 Accomplishments
Despite the challenges and changes faced during 2021, the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) saw success in propelling U.S. agriculture forward. Celebrate the New Year with NIFA as we highlight our 2021 achievements…
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National Milk Day: Jan. 11
Today is National Milk Day, which observes the first time – 1878 – milk was delivered to homes inside sterilized glass bottles sealed with waxed paper.
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National Fresh Squeezed Juice Week: Jan. 9-15
For the 2020-2021 season, citrus utilized production for the 2020-21 season totaled 6.90 million tons, according to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. During National Fresh Squeezed Juice Week, we’re highlighting…
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National Bacon Day: Dec. 30
The United States is the world's third-largest producer and consumer of pork and pork products, according the USDA Economic Research Service. In recent years, the United States has been either the world’s largest or second-largest…
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Christmas Bird Count: Dec. 14-Jan. 5
Every December, thousands of volunteers throughout North America take part in the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count. For more than 100 years, the census data has allowed researchers, conservation biologists, and wildlife…
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Bundle Up: It’s the First Day of Winter
December 21 marks a change in season and one that can hit certain areas of the U.S. with bone-chilling temperatures.
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NIFA Research Supports Safer Food from the Field to the Table
As we prepare for upcoming holiday gatherings, we also prepare for the holiday meals. During this time surrounded by family and friends, it is important to be mindful of food safety.
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Dec. 17: National Maple Syrup Day
Happy National Maple Syrup Day! According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistical Service, U.S. maple syrup production totaled 4.24 million gallons in 2019. In 2018, the U.S. maple syrup market was valued at $142 million with an…
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New Modeling Tool for COVID-19 Mitigation in the Food Industry
Keeping the essential food production industry going during the pandemic has been challenging, since workers, who often need to work in close proximity to each other, have been falling ill or unable to work due to control strategies…
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UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center Plant Diagnostic Clinic Saves Grower's $350,000 Poinsettia Crop
The poinsettia was introduced to this country in the late 1820s by Joel Poinsett, the first American ambassador to Mexico, who became acquainted with the Flor de Nochebuena, or Christmas Eve flower, as it was known locally.
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Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day
On Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day, we’re heading back to the late 1800s to learn more about what led to the passage of the Hatch Act in 1887. The Hatch Act funds research at state agricultural experiment stations in land-grant…
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World Soil Day 2021: NIFA Works to Boost Soil Productivity
Healthy soil is a critical component to agricultural success—from the crops grown to the nutrients moving through the soil to feed livestock. World Soil Day (December 5) raises awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy…
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The Science Behind Your Traditional Holiday Meal
Holidays are traditionally a time to focus on family, friends and food. As Americans continue to navigate these unprecedented times, many are turning to the kitchen to cook up expressions of love and care.
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NIFA Programs Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance
November 18-24 serves as World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. Program organizers world-wide strive to increase awareness of global antimicrobial resistance. According to the World Health Organization, best practices to avoid the further…
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Native American Heritage Month Spotlight: Colville Reservation 4-H Extension
The Colville Reservation Extension in Nespelem, Washington is one of two Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program (FRTEP) in the state and is dedicated to ensuring the youth residents of the reservation have the necessary…
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NIFA Celebrates Native American Heritage Month
This November, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) joins together to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. During this month, we acknowledge the people, culture, and contributions…
