Curated Video
The Importance and Diversity of Millet
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...
Curated Video
The Fascinating History and Importance of Maize
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. Maize part 1/5
Curated Video
Spelt: A Promising Ancient Grain in the Modern World
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...
Food Farmer Earth
Expert Techniques for Filleting Albacore Tuna
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...
Food Farmer Earth
Everything You Wanted To Know About Elk Antlers Bu
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...
US Department of Agriculture
Happy Hawaiian Cows
USDA is working with ranchers in Hawaii to produce low-stress and healthy grass-finished cattle. The USDA'S Bob Ellison has more.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
The Kakadu Plum: a Natural Preservative
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...
US Department of Agriculture
Different Springs in Different Parts of the Nation
It's going to be a good Spring or a not so good Spring depending on where you live.
Food Farmer Earth
Cultivating Curiosity: A Journey Through the World of Artisan Cheese
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...
Food Farmer Earth
Cultivating the Elusive: Inside the World of Wasabi Farming
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...
Food Farmer Earth
Strategies for Successful Biodiesel Crop Cultivation
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...
Mediacorp
Protecting Indonesia's Forests: A Battle for Conservation and Profit
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 tribes,...
US Department of Agriculture
The Life of Your Leftovers
This 3-minute video shows how USDA recycles food waste from its South Building cafeteria so it can be turned into gardening mulch. It encourages USDA employees to correctly dispose of plate waste and utensils in the compost bins in the...
Food Farmer Earth
Winter at Penner-Ash Wine Cellars: A Season of Preparation and Reflection
Lynn Penner-Ash and Ron Penner-Ash detail the off-season activities at Penner-Ash Wine Cellars, from assessing vineyard sites for water drainage issues to cleaning and maintaining equipment. Despite common misconceptions of downtime,...
Mediacorp
Naming Indonesian Islands and Exploding Boats
How is the name of an island decided? How challenging is it to protect the oceans of Indonesia? Deciphering Indonesia, Life In The Ring of Fire part 2/9
Curated Video
The Importance of Sorghum: From Food to Biofuel
In addition to providing nutrients to fuel our bodies, sorghum is also proving to be a useful crop in generating non-fossil fuels. Learn how sorghum stalks can be converted and burned to generate energy. Sorghum part 4/4
Curated Video
The Gift of Teff: Ethiopia's Contribution to the World
This video provides a description and overview of the grain teff, highlighting its origins in Ethiopia and its potential as a crop for fighting famine. It discusses the history of teff, its cultivation and growth requirements, as well as...
Curated Video
The Versatile Uses and Benefits of Buckwheat
Learn about the uses of the buckwheat plant - from plaster to salad! Buckwheat part 4/5
Curated Video
The Evolution of Wheat: From Wild Grass to Common Crop
This video explores the evolution of agriculture and the significant role that common wheat has played in human history. From the discovery of grass as a food source to the crossbreeding and cultivation of different wheat varieties, it...
US Department of Agriculture
FERAL SWINE: Manage The Damage
The video tells the story of how Feral Swine have become one of the most expensive invasive species in the United States. The Feral Swine issue is being handled with Federal, State, and Local Wildlife officials to help farmers, ranchers,...
US Department of Agriculture
Official Duty Activities vs. Outside Activities
Official duty activities are activities performed with an outside organization as a part of or an extension of your officially assigned duties and responsibilities. When participating in an official duty activity, you represent the USDA...
US Department of Agriculture
Storage Temperature
Tom explains tricks of the trade that can help you get safe, quality produce.
US Department of Agriculture
From College Provost To Goat Farmer With USDA Help
A former college provost wanted to start a goat farm so she turned to USDA for some help.