USDA-ARS
The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the USDA's chief scientific in-house research agency. Our job is finding solutions to agricultural problems that affect Americans every day from field to table.
Scientific Discovery Gives New Hope for Citrus With HLB Tolerance
By USDA-ARS|February 29, 2024
High-tech tools in plant genetics helping researchers get closer to he first commercial releases of orange-like hybrids with HLB tolerance.
Sweet and Strong: What To Know About the New ‘Lumina’ Strawberry
By USDA-ARS|February 16, 2024
Unique variety release from USDA-ARS strawberry breeding program shows promise against anthracnose.
Facts Growers Should Know About Blueberry Shock Virus
By USDA-ARS|December 12, 2023
Though this virus found in Pacific Northwest berries is not a huge concern, blueberry shock virus still bears monitoring.
Ag Sciences Center Celebrates 100 Years of Helping the Grape Industry Grow
By USDA-ARS|September 14, 2023
Agricultural Research Services’ San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center marks a century of cooperative research.
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