The Plant Science mission area conducts research to protect and improve the nation’s crops by advancing plant genetics, breeding, biotechnology, pest and disease resilience, and sustainable production systems. This mission area brings together scientists working across diverse cropping systems to strengthen the security and quality of U.S. plant-based agriculture. With its centralized...
The Animal Science mission area leads research to enhance the health, productivity, resilience, and genetic potential of U.S. livestock and aquaculture species. This office focuses on combating animal diseases, improving breeding and nutrition strategies, strengthening biosecurity, and developing innovative tools that support producers in meeting growing global food demands. By aligning...
The Post‑Production mission area focuses on everything that happens to agricultural products after they leave the farm. This includes food safety, food processing, product quality, shelf‑life, value‑added innovation, and technologies that reduce waste and improve storage, transportation, and marketability. By uniting ARS postharvest and product‑oriented research, this office...
USDA response to New World Screwworm
Thirty nations, 31 ships, five submarines, 15 national land forces, more than 190 aircraft, and 30,000 personnel are participating in Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026 in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 24 to July 31. The world's premier international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity for allies and partners to strengthen their collective...
Exercise Arctic Ledger 2026 incorporates financial management expeditionary training in close partnership with four Air National Guard Comptroller Flights across three states to closely mimic the requirements of real world contested combat environments while in a training environment.
As the spotlight shines on large events, working behind the scenes are scores of FBI agents, analysts, and other experts who have spent months preparing for the big day.
Sea Breeze, an annual, multinational maritime exercise led by U.S. Navy 6th Fleet (SIXTHFLT) to enhance interoperability and capabilities among participating forces. The exercise has been held annually since 1997, except for: 2000 - due to the Kosovo War; 2003 and 2006 - due to U.S. Naval forces’ operational commitments; 2009 - due to a lack of host nation legislation providing status...
