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How Do You Like Your Shrimp: Steamed, Fried, Arctic-Deep Frozen?

May 09, 2023 Scott Elliott, ARS Office of Communications

Americans love their shrimp. No matter how you eat them, by pounds consumed, the popularity of these delectable little morsels ranks well ahead of salmon and more than doubles that of canned tuna.

Research and Science

In Conversation with #WomeninAg: Dr. Dionne Toombs

March 06, 2020 Justice Wright, Deputy Director of Communications, Research, Education, and Economics Mission Area

In celebration of Women’s History Month, USDA is proudly sharing stories of women leaders in agriculture who are helping girls and other women succeed along the way. In this blog, we feature Dr. Dionne Toombs, the Director of USDA’s Office of the Chief Scientist. As director, Dr. Toombs provides...

Research and Science

“Our People Are Our Biggest Asset:” Determined Coastal Community Stands Up for Broadband

March 06, 2020 Timothy P. Hobbs, State Director, Rural Development

The bold and rugged coast of Downeast Maine is home to a rural community of 300, where the people have made a living off the land and sea for generations. The Town of Roque Bluffs contains a state park and boasts some of the most beautiful coastline in Maine - yet it is the people who are its...

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