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[Agricultural Research Service @USDA_ARS]

#NationalOliveDay. Eating olives and using olive oil in cooking and foods has been practiced for centuries, and consumption of olives and olive oils continues to increase in the U.S. -- especially with its associated health benefits. According to @USDA_ERS, California leads the nation in growing olives with about 70 percent of the state’s olive bearing acreage dedicated to olive oil production. Check out more from the USDA's Economic Research Service at: https://t.co/e7dzswyhOO

[Agricultural Research Service @USDA_ARS]

Congratulations (from left) to Drs. Paul VanRaden (retired), Ransom L. Baldwin VI, and Curtis P. Van Tassell -- and to the ARS Dairy Cattle Genetic Enhancement Team -- for being selected 2026 Service to America honorees. 🎉🎉🎉
VanRaden, Baldwin, and Van Tassell have each played a leading role in revolutionizing dairy cattle breeding through DNA research and genetic testing. Their research has greatly improved milk production and animal health, benefiting the dairy industry and American consumers. https://t.co/FoOKJw1648

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

This state-of-the-art laboratory facility will provide the U.S. cattle industry with innovative tools and advanced technologies to manage and eliminate the invasive fly and tick pests that threaten the U.S. cattle industry. #USDAScience

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

Big day for U.S. cattle health! REE Under Secretary Dr. Scott Hutchins celebrated the opening of the newly constructed Knipling‑Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Laboratory in Kerrville, Texas. https://t.co/7MCgeCV6WB

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

ICYMI: Under Secretary Dr. Scott Hutchins tells @FederalNewsNet how USDA’s National Proving Grounds Network is driving the next wave of U.S. AgTech innovation https://t.co/GvkxoVP699

[Agricultural Research Service @USDA_ARS]

American poultry farmers face a major challenge that’s hard to see and impossible to ignore: AMMONIA. 44% of U.S. farms specialize in poultry & egg production. @USDA_ARS has created the patented Indoor Air Scrubber -- reducing ammonia before it even reaches the birds. U.S. poultry farmers can generate healthier flocks with greater productivity.

[Agricultural Research Service @USDA_ARS]

Check out the new interactive “Molecular Markers” book created through a collaboration of several ARS scientists and the National Program Office. This publication includes the performance of over 4,800 molecular markers, the genes associated with the markers, and their biological function. The markers allow accurate identification of accessions, improve sample collection, and preserve germplasm for the future of U.S. agriculture. https://t.co/Fs3ylcQANf

[NIFA @USDA_NIFA]

For 25 years, NIFA’s Extension Risk Management Education Centers have equipped farmers with tools to manage market, financial, legal and other operational risks. Through nearly 1,960 projects, ERME has reached more than 900,000 participants: https://t.co/B0uur9Z3AO

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

ICYMI: Under Secretary Hutchins discussed REE’s path forward on KRVN Radio last week, highlighting how we’re advancing ag innovation to meet the nation’s ag challenges. Catch the full conversation here: https://t.co/N9a92tG3TF

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

Appreciation to @RepFeenstra (R-Hull) who issued a statement applauding USDA's Research, Education, and Economics (REE) Mission Area agencies for beginning the reorganization process, including agency restructuring and planned relocation of positions to Ames, Iowa.

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

"This reorganization by USDA will benefit our West Virginia farmers and producers. I am glad to see this move happening, which will better align research with the communities it serves by placing more resources and leadership closer to the field." - Senator Shelley Moore Capito

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"Getting USDA research and resources closer to our farmers makes all the sense in the world." - Senator Jim Justice.

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Great energy today at the University of Nebraska’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources! ARS Research Leaders met with REE Under Secretary Dr. Scott Hutchins to discuss ag innovation and research with university leaders. Exciting momentum ahead!

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Under the plan, Nebraska will gain one research project and a total of 10 employees. https://t.co/WP1og3O0S1

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, welcomed the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement that the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Clay Center will expand its federal research capabilities.

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

REE agencies remain fully committed to advancing high-quality science, data, and research that directly supports U.S. agriculture.

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The REE Mission Area would like to thank U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) for her support of REE agency reorganization plan. https://t.co/QWykCMwK4G

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The REE Mission Area would like to thank U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) for his support of the Agency's restructuring: https://t.co/6tMG5K0r1A

[U.S. CTO Ethan Klein @USCTO47]

Agricultural innovation is happening all across America, not just within the Beltway. Thrilled to see @USDA moving an important part of our Federal research enterprise closer to the regional innovation ecosystems that are home to American farmers, ranchers, and scientists. Federalist innovation in action!

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

REE agencies remain fully committed to advancing high-quality science, data, and research that directly supports U.S. agriculture. We will maintain open communication and close coordination as changes are implemented.

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

The Research, Education, and Economics (REE) Mission Area is reorganizing to strengthen mission focus and enable scientists, statisticians, and researchers to do what they do best: focus on the science, statistics, and research that is the core of REE’s mission.

[USDA Science @USDAScience]

Through this reorganization, we are strengthening REE’s ability to deliver results—renewing our focus on our mission, supporting our workforce, and ensuring our research reaches those who depend on it most.