US Department of Agriculture
Vegetarians Can Get Enough Zinc and Other Minerals From Food Alone
Discusses research study which showed that a group of women on a vegetarian diet which included eggs and milk absorbed enough zinc and iron to maintain good health.
US Department of Agriculture
Usda: Survey of Seed Cotton and Lint Cleaning Equipment in Us Roller Gins
Summary and abstract of article about processing cotton, includes a description of ginning.
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United States Department of Agriculture: Agricultural Research Service
The Agricultural Research Service is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's main in-house scientific research agency. Their site contains information on their various research findings and projects, and up-to-date news.
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Us Dept. Of Agriculture (Usda): Nutrient Data Library
The USDA provides this excellent reference for discovering nutrients in specific foods. Enter up to five keywords, i.e. pretzels, soft, unsalted, and the nutrient data library will present the product's nutritional information.
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Usda: Agricultural Marketing Service
Home page for the Agricultural Marketing Service of the USDA, links to product and commodity marketing information and job opportunities.
US Department of Agriculture
Choose My Plate: Health and Nutrition Information for Educators
Find sets of lesson plans for children grades one through six about the healthy food choices. Includes posters, worksheets, and coloring pages.
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Description of the USDA's dietary guidelines. Also, an overall introduction to the guidelines and links to additional information about nutrition.
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U.s. Department of Agriculture
View the main homepage of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Connects to a variety of resources concerning the department and its activities.
US Department of Agriculture
Food Safety and Inspection Service: Problems With Food Products
Learn what steps to take when you have a problem with a food product.
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Usda: Dangers of Buffets
Buffets can be breeding grounds for germs causing foodborne illness. Clostridium Perfringens is commonly referred to as "cafeteria germ" due to prolonged exposure at incorrect temperatures. Read how to protect yourself.
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Usda: Safe Food Handling: Food Safety While Hiking, Camping & Boating
Everything you need to know about food safety for the outdoors. What to bring and not to bring, cooking at camp, keeping foods at the right temperatures and much more!
US Department of Agriculture
The Science of Color in Autumn Leaves
Coupled with a beautiful photo gallery, the National Arboretum sets out to explain the science behind why leaves of deciduous trees change their color in the autumn months. While temperature effects the colors, learn here what happens in...
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Economic Research Service: Iowa
This site provides a state fact sheet on Iowa from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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United States Department of Agriculture Kids: Attack of the Killer Fungus!
USDA site invites users to enter the world of the mushroom farmer by showcasing a story entitled: "The Attack of the Killer Fungus!" Also contains links to "mind-boggling" facts about mushrooms, the mushroom council as well as naming...
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U.s. Department of Agriculture: Bats Can Be Farmer Friendly!
Learn about bats and how they are useful to farmers.
US Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service: Alabama
This site provides a state fact sheet on Alabama from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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United States Department of Agriculture: Economic Research Service:arizona
The USDA provides a state fact sheet on Arizona from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service: Arkansas
This site provides a state fact sheet on Arkansas from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service:california
This site provides a state fact sheet on California from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service: Colorado
This site provides a state fact sheet on Colorado from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service:delaware
This site provides a state fact sheet on Delaware from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service: Florida
This site provides a state fact sheet on Florida from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service: Georgia
This site provides a state fact sheet on Georgia from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Economic Research Service: Idaho
This site provides a state fact sheet on Idaho from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.