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Agriculture

Improving livestock management efficiency using artificial intelligence and ‘smart’ technology

Project receives funding from a U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant.
Agriculture

Revolutionizing produce protection

Modified food grade wax used to enhance protective layer on produce
Agriculture

Bioenergy sorghum wax could generate extra revenue for producers

Scientists at Texas A&M AgriLife Research believe the wax could be sold by producers as biofuel.
Agriculture

Crop scientists are first to grow chickpeas in simulated ‘moondust’

Texas A&M graduate student grows chickpeas in amended moondust
Agriculture

Breeding disease-resistant spinach to improve crop performance

Project supported by a $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Agriculture

Utilizing omega-6 fatty acids to mitigate early embryonic loss in beef cattle

Reproductive failure is a key factor limiting cow-calf productivity, and pregnancy loss has been recognized as one of the main reproductive challenges in cattle
Agriculture

Carbon emissions reduction through industry electrification

The current standard for drying processes is energy-intensive
Agriculture

Understanding how plants can survive in space

Testing sensors for deployment in a spaceflight or lunar or martial habitats
Entomology

Research seeks insights on honeybee diets for healthier hives

Texas A&M AgriLife scientists examine sustainable beekeeping, agriculture and urban development