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A longtime biology instructor at Yakima Valley College (YVC) in Washington state, Claire Carpenter works with YVC students throughout their undergraduate research. She has led small summer research projects and was interested in bringing more agriculture into both those projects and her classes.

The first U.S. Drought Monitor for this month indicates significant improvements in drought coverage over recent weeks. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

The application period for interested participants of USDA's first ag trade mission of 2024 is now underway through December 18th. (Rod Bain and Ryan Brewster of the Foreign Agricultural Service)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at hay and cattle production areas covered in drought for the period ending December 5th.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses recent declines in extreme to exceptional drought coverage across the country, per the December 5th U.S. Drought Monitor.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at notable high end drought coverage by state for the period ending December 5th.

How is drought coverage for winter wheat growing areas according to the first U.S. Drought Monitor this meteorological winter. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

When farming in urban environments, whether in-ground or using innovative production, one of the biggest challenges can be navigating local statutes, zoning, permitting and land use regulations. For growers, understanding legal access to land and water, as well as local policies is critical.

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration and delicious food! Celebrating the holidays on a budget does not mean sacrificing flavor or tradition. With a little ingenuity, you can create delicious, festive meals that celebrate the spirit of the season without compromising on flavor or...

USDA is making grants to tribal organizations and communities to help them develop and expand local processing of indigenous foods. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)