Agriculture is America

Researchers at @CSUAgSci @UF_IFAS @wsucahnrs & @UKAgriculture showed that biosolids (treated sewage sludge) can improve soil properties in crop fields, pastures, and forests. Learn more: bit.ly/MRF-biosolids @USDA_NIFA @AgIsAmerica

@FarmBureau @SDState Their guidance on fertilizer rates, timing, and placement helps growers boost yields while cutting unnecessary expenses. Learn more: landgrantimpacts.org/soil-fertility… Farm Bureau Survey Source: @SDSUExtension" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">fb.org/intel/markets/… @SDStateCAFES

A recent survey from @farmbureau found that nearly 6 in 10 farmers report worsening finances, reflecting rising fertilizer and fuel costs. Land-grant universities like @SDState are helping producers tackle these pressures through research and Extension. landgrantimpacts.org/soil-fertility…

Soil is the foundation of agriculture and many other ecosystem services. Information about soil type, properties, and functions is essential for agriculture and natural resource management, land appraisals, urban planning, and more. bit.ly/soil-surveys @AgIsAmerica

Soil scientists in the North Central U.S. are making soil survey information more robust and reliable for natural resource management, land appraisals, urban planning, and more: bit.ly/soil-surveys @NCRegionalAssoc @AgIsAmerica

"The work gets done through people, and our forests are the responsibility of everyone." Terry Baker reflects on his journey to leading the Society of American Foresters and the impact of land-grant universities: agisamerica.org/growing-togeth…

Photo courtesy of Mitchell Alcala/@okstateferguson.

From farms to food processors, land‑grant universities support the meat and dairy industries. Through practical research and Extension programs, they help improve productivity, food safety, and profitability. Here's how: landgrantimpacts.org/supporting-mea…

Land-grant universities continue to expand opportunity, drive innovation, strengthen communities, and serve the public good across the nation. Learn more: landgrantimpacts.org/featured-impac…

On July 2, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Morrill Act into law. Today, we celebrate its 164th anniversary and, in America's 250th year, the enduring impact of the land-grant mission.

Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

Experiential learning helps young people build critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world skills that support academic success and workforce readiness. See how 1890 land‑grant universities are preparing the next generation of leaders: landgrantimpacts.org/strengthening-…

Global readiness is key to today’s workforce. @UAPB_SAFHS is preparing students through immersive study abroad, building language skills, adaptability, and cross‑cultural experiences that support long‑term career success. landgrantimpacts.org/immersive-stud… @uapbinfo

Did you know? More than 80% of flowering plants and about 75% of food crops depend on pollinators, making their health essential to agriculture and our food supply. Across the country, land‑grant universities help protect pollinators: agisamerica.org/celebrating-na… #PollinatorWeek

Positive youth development is key to building a strong future workforce. 🌱 In North Dakota, @NDSUExtension Junior Master Gardener projects are helping youth grow healthy habits, leadership skills, and stronger communities. landgrantimpacts.org/growing-health…

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced new state support for Center of Excellence for #FoodScience & Innovation, $5 million builds on $30 million in federal funding secured by US Sen John Boozman & US Rep Steve Womack: tinyurl.com/2d9cpn3p #teaching #research AG | FOOD | LIFE

It’s the first day of summer and our vision board is fresh, colorful, and grown in the USA. Behind your favorite summer produce is months of planting, care, and planning by farmers across the country. We’re grateful for the producers who make summer’s flavors possible! 🍓

Today's youth are tomorrow's leaders. Through Extension and 4-H programs, land-grant universities provide hands-on civic engagement experiences to help build leadership skills, foster community connections, and inspire lifelong active citizenship: landgrantimpacts.org/growing-tomorr…

Expanding STEM pathways starts with early exposure. @uvmvermont is connecting rural students to hands‑on research and mentorship, preparing the next generation for careers in the health science and regenerative medicine fields. landgrantimpacts.org/expanding-rura…

With growing demand for a skilled workforce, @WestVirginiaU Extension is preparing youth through career readiness training, helping build stronger education‑to‑career pipelines across West Virginia. landgrantimpacts.org/advancing-stud…