
Scientists offer 27 recommendations for preserving the full range of biological diversity and state that stewardship of biodiversity is an

Scientists offer 27 recommendations for preserving the full range of biological diversity and state that stewardship of biodiversity is an

Naturally Occurring Antimicrobials in Food
Many biologically derived substances exhibit antimicrobial properties in the foods in which they normally are found or may be developed

Contribution of Animal Products to Healthful Diets
Foods derived from animals contribute significantly to total nutrients in the U.S. food supply. Moreover, the availability to humans

Well-Being of Agricultural Animals
Concern for the welfare of farm animals is mounting in the United States. Although many of the issues of agricultural

Approximately 262 million acres of public land in the western United States are grazed by domestic livestock. This report

Integrated Animal Waste Management
A broad spectrum of integrated manure management systems are available to collect, transfer, store, treat, and efficiently utilize a

Future of Irrigated Agriculture
Farmers irrigating in the western United States face a host of changing circumstances that will require innovations and new adaptations

Quality of U.S. Agricultural Products
Accurate assessment of the quality of agricultural products is essential in today’s rapidly globalizing economy. A few changes in policies

Competitiveness of U.S. Agriculture and the Balance of Payments
U.S. agricultural producers and food processors will need to focus on adding value to agricultural products in a way that

Waste Management and Utilization in Food Production and Processing
Comprehensive report on wastes from crop production, poultry farms, swine production, cattle feedlots, dairy farms, food processing, and seafood production