Publications

Our Publications

Whether you’re a policymaker, a member of the media, or just someone seeking well-researched, trusted, and non-partisan scientific information, CAST offers a wealth of publications on a wide range of agricultural science topics.

These papers have been created by recognized experts in their respective fields, and they are written in a style that makes their content accessible to anyone wishing to understand the issues.

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A group of nine science and policy experts prepared this evaluation of the process by which U.S. regulatory agencies determine...

Individuals in the agricultural professions make valuable contributions to society, but the American public sometimes questions the relevance of those...

Johne’s disease is primarily an intestinal infection of ruminants. Largely ignored by the livestock industry in the past, Johne’s disease...

This CAST report provides policymakers, community leaders, and farmers with a guide to help weigh the advantages and disadvantages of...

This report from CAST characterizes the overall U.S. risk for the occurrence of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), commonly called “mad...

Exposure to synthetic and naturally occurring chemicals can affect important endocrine pathways and induce toxic responses. Authors from a variety...

This issue paper helps pinpoint factors that need to be considered as farmers and others use soil tests as a...

The same farming practices that promote soil conservation can also decrease the amount of carbon dioxide accumulating in the atmosphere...

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