REUTERS — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has ended its emergency response for H5N1 avian flu, owing to a decline in animal infections and no reports of human cases since February.

Scientists are studying alfalfa with yellow flowers to see if it can provide drought tolerance in future varieties.

AAFC is testing a four-variety barley mix at Ag in Motion 2025 to boost crop stability and yield against environmental stressors.