This online magazine showcases ERS research and analysis on economic and policy issues related to agriculture, food, the environment, and rural America and its impact on the public. Articles include:
Learn about surveys and resources that are used to monitor U.S. food intake and related behaviors. Review What We Eat in America, the Automated Multiple-Pass Method, the What’s in the Foods You Eat Search Tool, and more.
Read short summaries of recent ARS research and accomplishments. New briefs are released quarterly.
Look up what is in the foods that you eat using this nutrient database. FoodData Central is part of the Methods and Application of Food Composition Laboratory (MAFCL).
View the timeline, objective, and approach for current and past ARS research projects. Project datasets can be found in Ag Data Commons.
Find information on the goals and projects of ARS research programs: Nutrition and Food Safety/Quality, Animal Production and Protection, Crop Production and Protection, and Natural Resources and Sustainable Agricultural Systems.
View online videos on food and nutrition-related research updates, including the following:
Browse interesting articles on ARS food and nutrition innovations! Be the first to know about new strategies for reducing food waste, nutrition improvements in foods, and new foods and crops.
Learn about cutting-edge food and nutrition technology on the ARS podcast, with episodes including “Seafood Benefits,” “Cranberry Health,” and “Walnuts.”
Use this interactive map to find sites providing free meals to students during COVID-19 related school building closures.
Use this food planning guide to keep you and your family prepared during the coronavirus pandemic.
Get healthy menu ideas for holiday celebrations including Passover, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, Cinco de Mayo, and Chinese New Year.
Find a farmers market near you using this online directory.
Learn about the benefits that eligible, low-income seniors can receive from the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.
Do you receive benefits from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)? If so, you may also be eligible for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
Discover what fruits and vegetables are in season now.
Browse examples of foods in each food group and the amount that counts as one serving equivalent.
View a list of common foods and drinks and the amount of fiber in a standard portion.
View a list of common foods and drinks and the amount of calcium in a standard portion.
View a list of common foods and drinks and the amount of potassium in a standard portion.
View a list of common foods and drinks and the amount of vitamin D in a standard portion.
View a list of common foods and drinks and the amount of iron in a standard portion.
Take small steps toward healthier food choices using tips from these videos.
Use these tips to make nutritious food choices when dining out or ordering food to go.
Browse examples of foods in each food group.
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