BARC is the largest and most diversified agricultural research complex in the world. Beltsville's record of accomplishments and ongoing programs has made it a world leader in agriculture research. Its international reputation attracts thousands of visitors each year from the United States and abroad.

This guide provides photographs anddescriptions of biological control (or biocontrol) agents of insect, disease and weed pests in North America.

The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland, College Park educates students and citizens about critical issues and analyzes methods for solving problems inagriculture, food systems, and the environment--thereby improving the quality of life for Marylanders and enhancing the standard of living around the globe.

Home and Garden Forum.

The National Agricultural Library (NAL), part of the Agricultural Research Service of the US Department of Agriculture.

Are you interested in learning more about plants. The National Arboretum has some of the leading agricultural scientist in the country. This page gives detailed descriptions on the research staff and contact infromation.

The National Plant Data Center (NPDC) is responsible for the plants database, a large database of plant names, a plant Photo Gallery, Plant Fact Sheets, Information about Culturally Significant Plants, Information about Noxious and Invasive Plants, Plant Characteristics Information, Threatened and Endangered Plant Information, Wetland Plant Information, Links to thousands of Plant-Related Websites, Links to Plant-Related Software Tools, nonvascular plants of the United States and its territories.

The National Wildlife Federation's Backyard Wildlife Habitat program can help you save a place for wildlife right in your own backyard and community, while opening your eyes to the natural world around you, to be nourished by its wonders.

Backyard Conservation shows you how conservation practices that are used on agricultural land across the country to conserve and improve natural resources can be adapted for use on the land around your home. These practices help the environment and can make your yard more attractive and enjoyable.

Caring, friendly, and wise, Woodsy Owl is a whimsical fellow and he's got his heart set on motivating kids to form healthy, lasting relationships with nature.