USDA-ARS

USDA-ARS, or the United States Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service, is the federal agency responsible for conducting scientific research to improve agriculture. Its goal is to develop new crop varieties, pest control methods, and sustainable farming techniques that benefit farmers, consumers, and the environment. ARS works across various areas including food safety, nutrition, and natural resource management. Essentially, it provides scientific knowledge and innovations to support a healthy, productive, and environmentally friendly agricultural system in the United States.