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Usda: Natural Agriculture Library: Invasive Species: Plants
This government resource allows users to research a variety of invasive plant species by name.
US Department of Agriculture
Us Department of Agriculture: u.s. Peanut Sector Adapts to Major Policy Changes
An article on how the marketing quota system controls the supply of peanuts on the market, and how peanut farmers have fared with and without these quotas.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: What's Cooking, Uncle Sam?
Eclectic online exhibition highlights government's concern with the American diet from the Revolutionary War to the late 1900s.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Indiana Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn facts about the agricultural industry of Indiana such as its climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Minnesota Agriculture [Pdf]
What a terrific site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the Minnesota climate, soil, crops, and animals.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Fat: Obesity, Eating Habits and Weight Loss
Evaluate current guidelines for a healthy diet, compare them to one's own eating habits and learn safe behaviors for maintaining a healthy weight. Analyze the food pyramid, fast-food and health-food nutrition and the causes of obesity.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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
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.
Agriculture in the Classroom
Ag Classroom: Teen Scene
Learners explore science, agriculture, applied technology, and social studies. The resource consists of science fair ideas, facts, career information, and learning games.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Arizona Agriculture [Pdf]
Use this site to learn about the agricultural industry in Arizona. Find bulleted facts on the Arizona climate, soil characteristics, crops grown, and animals raised.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Maryland Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn about the agricultural industry in Maryland. Easy-to-read, bulleted facts on climate, soil, crops, and farm animals.
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
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.
US Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service:illinois
This site provides a state fact sheet on Illinois from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports. This would be a good starting point for...
US Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service: Indiana
This site provides a state fact sheet on Indiana from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports. This would be a good starting point for...