Over the next several weeks, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will conduct the June Agricultural Survey. The agency will contact nearly 92,000 producers across the nation to determine crop acreage and stock levels as of June 1, 2025. “The June...
Bruschetta: A Rustic Italian Classic + The Only Recipe You’ll Ever Need
In the sun-drenched hills of central Italy, before bruschetta became a restaurant staple, it was a farmer’s snack — simple, rustic, and full of soul. Its name comes from bruscare, an old Roman word meaning “to roast over coals,” a nod to the way slices of bread were...
Building The Future Of Agritourism: WVU Leads National Effort To Guide Small Farms
Written by: Laura Jackson, Research Writer, West Virginia University Strategic Communications Feature Image: Farm visitors examine seedlings before they are planted in the fields. Visits like these educate attendees about farming practices, but also present...
National Farmers Union Mobilizes Nationwide Push For Farm Bill During Week Of Action
Farmers and Ranchers Nationwide Call on Congress to Pass a Strong, Bipartisan Farm Bill Supporting Agriculture and Rural Communities National Farmers Union (NFU) today launched a Week of Action in Washington and across the country to tell Congress it must take quick...
Move Better, Feel Stronger: The Nutrition Behind Every Step
Written by: Mary Robinson, RD, LDN Mary is a registered dietitian and licensed registered dietitian/nutritionist with a passion in nutrition education. Mary loves helping individuals find the most nutritious choice for their lifestyle through teaching classes, health...
The Grapefruit Story: A Botanical Accident Turned Health Favorite
Did you know the grapefruit was born out of a botanical accident in Barbados during the 1700s, as a natural hybrid between the sweet orange and pomelo? This cross-pollination happened without human intervention, creating a fruit that was initially called the...
Why Nutrition-Focused Shoppers Waste Less Food Than Sustainability-Conscious Ones
Written by: Johnny von Einem, Senior Media Officer, University of Adelaide Consumers who are conscious of their nutrition exhibit behaviours that significantly reduce food waste, even more so than those whose behaviour is driven by sustainability concerns, according...
Better Cow Feed, Fewer Cow Burps; UF Scientists Work To Lower Gas Emissions
Written by: Meredith Bauer, Senior Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFAS Communications University of Florida researchers are testing a new type of cattle feed that could help dairy cows release less methane gas from burps and flatulence and use nutrients more...
Start Your Morning Right With These Easy Sweetpotato Breakfast Pizzas
If you feel like it’s a struggle to get the entire family together for a meal, it might be time to put fun back on the menu. A little creativity and a few favorite ingredients are all it takes to bring back family mealtime and spend precious moments at the table....
One Recipe, Many Rules: Study Reveals How Food Firms Navigate State Regulations
Written by: Marianne Stein, Media Communications Specialist, Office of Marketing Communications, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignWhen West Virginia recently banned seven artificial food dyes in...