John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Corn/Maize, Organic, Education U.S. MidWest, Sustainability, Research, Genes /Genetics, World Hunger, World Population, Weather,

Iowa State University Scientists Advance Plant Breeding for Organic Industry

A new federal grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) will support Iowa State scientists and collaborators as they develop improved seed corn tailored to the needs of the rapidly growing organic industry.

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John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Agriculture US, Agriculture Global, Water, Research, World Hunger, World Population, Regenerative Agriculture, Weather,

Researchers get closer to the goal of flood-proof crops

Engineered enzymes could allow plants to tolerate low-oxygen conditions

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TOPIC(S): Food/Nutrition,
Randy Krotz Randy Krotz
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Topics: Soil Health, Cover Crops,

Do farmers really need encouragement from wildlife enthusiasts to improve their soil?

In the Future: Hunters Will Geek Out on Soil Science

Soil health is the next big thing in wildlife management.

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TOPIC(S): Climate Change, Regenerative Agriculture, Consumer/Retail,
TOPIC(S): Renewable Energy (Solar/Wind),

10/15/2020 SOURCE: www.cnn.com

Perovskites are set to transform solar power

A group of materials called perovskites are being used to create the next generation of solar panels, which promise improved efficiency and versatility.

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TOPIC(S): Potatoes, USDA,

10/15/2020 SOURCE: southeastproduceweekly.com

N.C. Ag Department Unveils Recipients Of $1.25 Million In USDA Specialty Crop Grants

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced the recipients of more than $1.25 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Specialty Crop Block Grant …

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John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Corn/Maize, Economics, World Hunger, Government / Policies, World Population, Coronavirus/COVID,

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