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Indoors or Outdoors, Horticulture and Holidays Go Together

December 21, 2020 Jodi Halvorson, USDA NASS Public Affairs Specialist

With the holiday season upon us, you may have missed the recent release of the 2019 Census of Horticultural Specialties Report. This 2017 Census of Agriculture special study is the only source of detailed production and sales data for floriculture, nursery, and specialty crops for the entire United...

Research and Science

Growing Connections Across USDA for Innovation in Food Safety and Nutrition

December 18, 2020 Stephanie Morris, PhD, AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow, Peggy Biga, PhD, AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow, Jodi Williams, PhD, Senior Advisor for Nutrition and Food Safety, Office of the Chief Scientist, USDA

Though our celebrations may be smaller and closer to home this holiday season, food will still be the centerpiece of many festivities. In a year where we’re trying our best to keep ourselves and our loved ones healthy, the safety and nutrition of our food is more important to our well-being than...

Research and Science

The Science Behind Your Traditional Holiday Meal

December 16, 2020 Faith Peppers, NIFA Communications Director

Holidays are traditionally a time to focus on family, friends and food. This year, as Americans navigate this unprecedented holiday season, many are turning to the kitchen to cook up expressions of love and care.

Research and Science

Artificial Intelligence Improves America’s Food System

December 10, 2020 Scott Elliott, Agricultural Research Service Office of Communications

Technology is everywhere in the 21 st century, and America’s food system is no exception.

Research and Science Technology