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National Agricultural Library
The National Agricultural Library (NAL) is one of five national libraries of the United States. It houses one of the world's largest collections devoted to agriculture and its related sciences.
A History of Roadside Stands and Farmers Markets
By the early 20th century, improvements in transportation and the development of refrigeration made selling farm products further from home easier and more profitable.
Online Resources
AGRICOLA
Search citations from two agricultural science databases: indexed journal articles and the NAL catalog.
PubAg
Find full-text articles and citations to peer-reviewed journal articles in the agricultural sciences.
Ag Data Commons
Access open data relevant to agricultural research.
Digital Collections
Explore NAL collection materials available in digital format.
NAL Thesaurus
Browse an online vocabulary tool of agricultural terms in English and Spanish.
Invasive Species
Learn about invasive species that threaten the United States.
Nutrition.gov
Uncover reliable resources on food, healthy eating, physical activity, and food safety.
LCA Commons
Find Federal life cycle assessment data, research, and information systems.
Staff Picks
Wheat! A 3-Part Webinar Series
The National Agricultural Library hosted a three-part webinar series exploring the intersection between food, agriculture, and society, as a bridge to learning about world cultures.
Climate Change and Invasive Species
The National Invasive Species Information Center (NISIC) brings together current resources to help you understand the intersection of climate and invasive animals and plants.
NAL's Internet Archive Collection
Find digitized materials from NAL's collections including seed trade catalogs, USDA agency publications, and special agricultural topics.