W1192 (2006-2012): This project has influenced the way public and private land management decisions are made by developing standardized tools for assessing the social, economic, and ecological aspects of rangeland fragmentation in the western U.S. Who cares and why? One of the most serious challenges facing the western U.S. is the loss of rangelands to … Read more
Who cares and why? Over the next 20 years, demand for meat and dairy products is expected to increase 40% to 50%. Animal agriculture must evolve quickly in order to meet future production needs. Genomics—the study of an organism’s entire sequence of genes—is a driving force behind innovative agricultural technologies and practices. Using genome information … Read more
WERA-1009 (2007-2012): This project improved the quality of existing and new wheat varieties, giving growers more profitable choices, helping U.S. wheat compete in domestic and international markets, and providing a stable supply of high quality wheat products for industrial partners and consumers. Who cares and why? There are many varieties of wheat, each with unique … Read more
WERA-060 (2007-2012): This multidisciplinary project continues to develop resources, tools, and methods that significantly reduce the threat of pesticide resistance, thus helping to sustain the usefulness of important pest management tools and strategies, reduce losses from pest damage, and protect public and environmental health. Who cares and why? Pesticides are important tools used in managing … Read more
W-2122 (2006 – 2011): This project advanced our understanding of bioactive dietary chemicals that can be either beneficial or harmful to human health, thus identifying ways to improve food safety, prevent common diseases, and ensure that consumers have a safe, healthy food supply. What has the project done so far? Who cares and why? Bioactive … Read more
WERA-089 (2006-2011): This project identified and characterized new potato disease problems; standardized testing methods for potato viruses; shared information with the U.S. and Canadian potato industries; strengthened relationships with state certification programs; and developed cooperative strategies to obtain funding for potato virus and virus-like disease management. Who cares and why? Virus and virus-like diseases in … Read more
W-1167 (2006-2011): This project improved the understanding of work-family variables for female ranchers and farmers, female professionals, and female immigrants in the U.S.; gave these women resources and strategies to help them balance work, family, and personal time; and provided information to human resource departments, service providers, and corporate decision makers to help them develop … Read more
WERA-020 (2006-2011): This project effectively fostered collaborations that led to significant advancements in virus and virus-like disease management for perennial fruit crops that represent $18 million annually in U.S. production. Who cares and why? Diseases caused by viruses and virus-like organisms are serious threats to the tree fruit, berry, and grapevine industries in the U.S. … Read more
W-1173 (2006-2011): This project has enhanced our understanding of stressors that impact domestic farm animal productivity; of factors that act as intermediaries to stress responses; and of management practices that can relieve stress within the environment to enhance animal comfort and maintain a secure, productive, and low-cost food supply. Who cares and why? Environmental and … Read more
