Ag Across the State

From the country to the city, agriculture impacts us all — and these stories are only the latest examples.

Strong Safety and Regulatory Guardrails

Strong Safety and Regulatory Guardrails

Affordability and safety go hand in hand. In the United States, pesticides are regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under strict federal laws.
How Dairy Can Benefit Your Health

How Dairy Can Benefit Your Health

Dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese, are delicious ways that provide quality health benefits in the most environmentally friendly way possible.
How Pesticides Fit into Responsible Crop Protection

How Pesticides Fit into Responsible Crop Protection

Farmers use pesticides to protect crops from damage caused by insects, weeds and disease.
Why Crop Loss Matters to Food Prices

Why Crop Loss Matters to Food Prices

Before our food reaches the grocery shelves, it faces real risks in the field from insects, weeds and plant diseases. When left unmanaged, these unpredictable elements can reduce yields and create less food for consumers.
Why Every Bit of Beef Counts

Why Every Bit of Beef Counts

Download and view checkoff-funded beef nutrition and health educational resources that make every beef bite count.
Explore the Possibilities of Soy

Explore the Possibilities of Soy

Well, the possibilities are endless. As you may know, soybeans are broken down into two main components, meal and oil. Soybean meal is mainly fed to swine, poultry aquaculture, and dairy cattle, but is also used for a variety of products.
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