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Researchers at Wageningen University produced a leek reference genome that can be used to improve the effectiveness of breeding efforts and result in more resilient varieties. Photo courtesy of Bejo Zaden B.V.

The leek genome and its pattern of genetic exchange during reproduction

February 19, 2026

From grassroots to global impact: Empowering our SSSA community

February 18, 2026

In memoriam: Pedro Sanchez

In memoriam: Pedro Sanchez

February 18, 2026

SASES 2026 Spring Meeting.

2026 SASES Spring Meeting

February 18, 2026

Two-dimensional (2D) imaging of soybean root system. Image courtesy of Sujata Bogati, first author on the study.

Modern soybean breeding has indirectly created plants with larger, less plastic roots

February 18, 2026

Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock.

House Agriculture Committee releases farm bill text

February 17, 2026

4-H Youth Development Agents test drive the activity "Flipping Stones," a lesson on fish feeding adaptions where they are mimicking darter fish. Photo by Andrea Ludwig.

Backyard STEM: Leveraging state-wide reach of 4-H to teach environmental and soil science

February 16, 2026

Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock/alenamozhjer.

USDA–Department of War announce coordination on national security

February 16, 2026

Field installation of soil sensors used in the study. Monitoring of CO₂, O₂, soil moisture, temperature, and water potential was done at multiple depths in a basalt-amended soybean field. Photo courtesy of Yan Zhu.

Enhanced rock weathering changes cropland soil physical properties and carbon dioxide emissions

February 13, 2026

Jessica Davis

In memoriam: Jessica Davis

February 12, 2026

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