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Microbes “breathing in rust” plays an important role in soils

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Updated research will help farmers choose maturity group and seeding rate for double-crop soybeans

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Disease resistance, biostimulants, phytonutrients and using microalgae among topics

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Research identifies traits associated with improved popcorn expansion

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Wildflowers found to absorb runoff just as effectively as turfgrass, among other benefits

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U.S. soybean breeding programs have slowed as current varieties are too closely related

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Adding wheat can boost yields, increase economic return, and improve soil

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Most abundant animal crucial to plant health and soil carbon storage

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Genomics research helps develop high-yielding, drought tolerant lines of chickpea

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Windstorms, less organic matter on topsoil and soil degradation among issues

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Chicken manure, known as poultry litter, is an age-old fertilizer. New research shows it can improve soils and increase crop yield, a boon for farmers.

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Long-term studies allow for betting understanding of agroecosystem change

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Nitrogen is essential for crops, but when it gets into the water supply, it spells big trouble. Scientists are trying to help farmers strike the right balance by measuring their fields.

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California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance programs promote sustainability

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Nebraska research team helps identify the best weed control program to help farmers control Palmer amaranth in soybean fields

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Through a contribution agreement with USDA-NRCS, the Soil Science Society of America has developed materials to enhance the teaching of soils in both formal and informal classrooms.

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Exposure to soil microorganisms, human health closely related

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Study shows the proximity of canola fields to semi-natural areas can increase yield

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Twenty-year process involved evaluating malting barley germplasm strains, breeding efforts

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Scientists uncover genetic traits to breed better barley for northern environments

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Optimizing space, adding source of income among potential benefits

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Research highlights shrub willow’s ability to store carbon, provide ecosystem services, and adapt to different geographical regions.

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The life cycle of a plant seems like a miracle – and it all begins with the seed

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Seeds are treated for a variety of reasons to help maximize yield potential

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Evolution, adaptation to newer areas cause variance in physical traits

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All inspected seeds are marked in one of five different classifications

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Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) program protects our seeds

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Legumes, sunflower seeds consumed by many

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From blocking pure light to shading the soil, cover crops prevent weeds in many ways

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Crop Science Society of America to hold Seed Week celebration

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Steinacher recognized for his leadership and commitment helping farmers achieve sustainability.

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The popular stevia sweetener comes from a tropical crop. New research is helping find the varieties that can grow in colder climates.

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Manure improves soil and microbe community

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Soil fertility remains low due to removal of radioactive soils

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Researchers uncover natural disease resistance in chickpeas as a harmful pathogen develops resistance to fungicide.

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One year after COVID-19 rapidly transformed university learning, professors reflect on tools for resiliency.

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Radioactive Cesium expected to be contained in the forest

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Measuring carbon nanotubes taken up by plants

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Radishes can be used as biofumigants and break up soil

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For thousands of years, farmers have worked to perfect their crops. Today, scientists use the latest advances to improve the foundation of civilization — our seeds.

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Soil aeration and water infiltration among benefits ants provide

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New collection of resources will help yam breeders and farmers

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Protecting plants helps the United Nations meet many of its sustainable development goals

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Rice husk residue can prevent uptake of harmful elements in rice

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Root architecture, formation play key roles in modifying soil

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Research uses plant breeding and biotechnology to remove proteins associated with food allergies.

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Healthy food production, erosion prevention among many benefits

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Chang brings experience in partnerships and team-building

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New dry beans from UC Davis combine desirable qualities for both farmers and consumers

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Plants, animals, and microorganisms contribute to unique ecosystem