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Postdoctoral research scientist Adriana Ortiz-Lopez uses a spectrophotometer to examine the different pigments contained in canola seed extracts while plant physiologist John Whitmarsh prepares a new sample for analysis. Grassed waterways carry runoff from crop fields safely. A cucumber beetle Woman testing microorganisms for converting soybean oil.
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Biological Control of Insects Research
The Biological Control scientists' raw materials for studies are naturally occurring predators that attack insects.
Cropping Systems and Water Quality Research
The Unit develops knowledge and technology to optimize yields from crop production systems while minimizing erosion and enhancing water and soil quality.
Example of corn pollination. The Unit develops knowledge of the fundamental processes controlling increased production, improved quality, and enhanced uses of corn, soybeans, and wheat. Plant Genetics Research
Example of corn pollination. The Unit develops knowledge of the fundamental processes controlling increased production, improved quality, and enhanced uses of corn, soybeans, and wheat.
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