This video provides a brief history of rice, highlighting its importance as a major food crop in Asia and its journey to become a global grain. It discusses the genetic origins of rice and its cultivation practices, as well as its...

American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video looks at the documents...

Kudzu, the vine that ate the South, is spreading north and west these days, and a USDA researcher tells us why he thinks this is happening.

Barley is one of the first cultivated grains ever recorded. Learn where the grain comes from and how it traveled throughout the world!<b<br/>r/>

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You can follow fall colors across the nation as part of the U.S. Forest Service Fall Foliage Hotline.

Everybody's different and a new health resource from USDA and NIH takes that into account.

This unique guide details the meticulous process of growing pears inside bottles on the tree, a method that requires careful selection of the fruit and strategic placement of the bottle without disturbing the branch's angle. It involves...

Spring lambing season is eagerly anticipated on the farm, starting around mid-February, marking a time of crucial bonding between ewes and their lambs, especially in lambing jugs. This period involves careful observation by farmers to...

The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at the process of capturing a wild honeybee swarm to create a new, healthy bee colony. It emphasizes the importance of choosing the right conditions for swarm capture, the technique used to...

In this video, a group of individuals witness a volcanic eruption and discuss the dangers and safety precautions. They also explore the complex relationship between the local residents and the volcano, with some risking their lives to...

Episode two reveals why a space-based perspective is crucial to understanding how the food supply is distributed around the world. Satellites can reveal how many fields have been planted and how a crop is growing, providing a way to...

Maize is believed to have first been domesticated and cultivated 9000 years ago in the Central Balsas region of Mexico. Learn about the genetic makeup of maize and its significance for the Mayan Empire.<b<br/>r/>

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This video discusses the decline and resurgence of spelt, an ancient grain that has faced challenges due to modernization and the popularity of wheat. Despite being less popular and more expensive, spelt retains its ancient composition...

This video discusses the significance of Millet, a valuable crop cultivated in Asia and Africa for thousands of years. It explores the different species of Millet, their origins, and their adaptability to various climates and soil...

The video demonstrates the process of filleting an albacore tuna, detailing how to separate the fish into four quarters, remove the skin, and extract the maximum amount of meat while maintaining the quality of the cut. It emphasizes the...

We take a look at a Texas tech cattle chute!

Elk, the half-ton pickup of the animal kingdom, depend upon their antlers which they use in fighting other bulls for dominance and to attract cows (female elk). Brenda Ross, of Rosse Posse Acres in Molalla, Oregon shares her first-hand...

USDA is working with ranchers in Hawaii to produce low-stress and healthy grass-finished cattle. The USDA'S Bob Ellison has more.

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. Local businesses are collaborating with David to preserve and powder...

It's going to be a good Spring or a not so good Spring depending on where you live.

Sasha Davies and Michael Claypool journey across America to share stories of artisan cheese makers — one cheese at a time. Inspired by a gap in consumer knowledge about artisan cheeses, embarks on a project called Cheese by Hand, aiming...

A wasabi farmer describes the unique cultivation of wasabi, a plant that thrives in cool, creek-bed-like conditions, emphasizing the labor-intensive process of hand-harvesting and the plant's full edibility. Highlighting the farm's...

The video offers practical advice for farmers interested in growing biodiesel crops like sunflower and canola, emphasizing starting small on the best land for optimal yields. Key tips include experimenting on a small scale, asking lots...

In this video, former Wall Street banker Dharsono Hartono presents his plan to privatize forests and turn conservation into a profitable business. However, he faces challenges in convincing local communities, including indigenous...