Drones Could Benefit Farmers
In the wake of Kentucky Senator Rand Paul’s 13 hour filibuster over the Obama administration’s use of unmanned drones, the technological breakthrough has become a major partisan flashpoint. Despite their…
Farm Bill Delay Holds Up Funding
American farmers across the country could face funding delays if a new farm bill, or an extension of the current farm bill, is not passed by the end of September.…
Vilsack Stumps for Farm Bill
Earlier this week, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack visited Penn State University, touting the school’s agricultural research program and promoting the 2012 Farm Bill. With the farm bill still awaiting…
DuPont Opens Agricultural Research Center
As a part of their commitment to reduce food insecurity and support long-term agricultural growth, DuPont recently announced the opening of a $40 million agricultural research facility in Johnston, Iowa.…
Senators Introduce Research Bill
Senators Debbie Stabenow and Pat Roberts recently introduced legislation that would aid agricultural research by soliciting, organizing, and collecting private donations. Over the past several months, various scientific organizations have…
Agricultural Science the Key to African Farming
According to recent studies, agricultural technology is the key to solving Africa’s agricultural sustainability woes. Africa is currently facing a grim future. Nearly one-third of sub-Saharan Africans are chronically hungry,…
Congress Closes Research Farm
A federally funded research farm in Oconee County, Georgia is on the verge of closing. The closure is the latest in a string of agricultural budget reductions. The Congressional supercommittee,…
Scientists and Farmers Develop Innovative Production Techniques
Across Africa, local farmers are developing pioneering ways to increase agricultural sustainability, reduce the impact of global warming and climate change, and increase profits. One of the techniques in question…
Deadly Fish Virus Appears in Northwest
Scientists and agricultural officials in the Pacific Northwest are on the alert after news that a deadly fish virus may have surfaced in the region. The virus in question, infectious…
Specialty Crops Get USDA Boost
In a recent press release, U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announced the awarding of over $46 million in USDA grants to specialty crops across the country. The…