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Science In Your Shopping Cart

Science In Your Shopping Cart

Written by: USDA Agricultural Research Service
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 Learn how science impacts your everyday life and how the USDA Agricultural Research Service is working to develop ways to enhance our lives and protect our planet.© 2026 USDA Agricultural Research Service Science Social Sciences
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  • Season 8: Wearable Science | Episode 6: Spotting A Good Hide

    Season 8: Wearable Science | Episode 6: Spotting A Good Hide
    Jan 13 2026

    Get the inside story of how ARS researchers created an automated, objective method for detecting imperfections on a hide - a method that greatly benefits U.S. leather producers.


    Connect with us:

    • Twitter: @USDA_ARS
    • Facebook: @AgriculturalResearchService
    • LinkedIn: @usda-ars
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    8 mins
  • Season 3: Biomass | Episode 1: Pallets from Almond Shells

    Season 3: Biomass | Episode 1: Pallets from Almond Shells
    Jan 6 2026

    ARS scientists are turning agricultural waste (Biomass) into environmentally friendly products that can replace non-biodegradable plastics.

    Connect with us:

    • Twitter: @USDA_ARS
    • Facebook: @AgriculturalResearchService
    • LinkedIn: @usda-ars
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    7 mins
  • Season 2: Apples: Get Crunchin' | Episode 2: Apple Sorting Machine

    Season 2: Apples: Get Crunchin' | Episode 2: Apple Sorting Machine
    Dec 30 2025

    ARS researchers have developed an in-field apple sorting machine that not only improves apple picking efficiency, but also scans and grades apples. Think of it as a 21st century solution to apple picking and harvesting.

    Connect with us:

    • Twitter: @USDA_ARS
    • Facebook: @AgriculturalResearchService
    • LinkedIn: @usda-ars
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    5 mins
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