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Aquaculture Backwash Helps Grow Native Plants for Restoration

A project at the University of California, Santa Cruz, is documenting…
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USDA Seeking Nominations for Tribal Advisory Committee

USDA issued a call for nominations to fill four positions on…
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Design Changes Improve Bat Box Safety

Bat boxes meant to provide habitat can be deadly for bats if…
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America’s Farmer’s Market Celebration Begins

American Farmland Trust is holding its annual America's Farmer's…
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Study Shows Biochar Improves Soil Health for Cotton Production

A study by researchers at the University of Missouri found that…

Map Reveals Connections in Agri-food System Microbiome

A map of 'agri-food system microbiomes,' published in the journal…
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USDA Conducting Survey on Conservation Practices

USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) and Natural…