Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

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New way to create eco-friendly fungicides that protect food crops

A new study has revealed an important phase in researchers’ quest to produce targeted and more eco-friendly fungicides that protect food crops.

5 Mar 2021

Specific proteins in plants can prevent zinc deficiency in humans

More than two billion individuals across the world are malnourished because of zinc deficiency.

5 Mar 2021

Vegan diet leads to poorer bone health, shows study

The vegan diet is on-trend. How this type of diet affects health is the subject of scientific studies. In a new study from the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR), the bone health of 36 vegans, as well as 36 people following a mixed-food diet, was determined with an ultrasound measurement of the heel bone.

5 Mar 2021

Managing invasive species is a better use of time, conservation resources than eliminating them

U of A biologist leads a new study on “functional eradication” to curtail numbers of invasive species based on achievable targets for preventing ecological damage.

5 Mar 2021

Pesticide residues can negatively impact organic farms for decades

Although the use of pesticides in agriculture is increasing, some farms have transitioned to organic practices and avoid applying them.

4 Mar 2021

Coastal communities reveal valuable approaches for adaptability, resilience to climate change

Coastal communities at the forefront of climate change reveal valuable approaches to foster adaptability and resilience, according to a worldwide analysis of small-scale fisheries by Stanford University researchers.

4 Mar 2021

Ultrasonic cleaning can clean food more effectively than current washing methods

New research has demonstrated that mild streams of water transporting sound and tiny air bubbles can remove bacteria from salad leaves more effectively.

3 Mar 2021

High-fat diet may lead to greater risk of heart attacks

According to a study, consumption of a high-fat diet could trigger a response in the heart, causing growth and resulting in a higher risk of heart attacks.

3 Mar 2021

Link between forestry management and pesticides in aquatic species

A new study by researchers at Portland State University found mussels, clams, and oysters in watersheds along the Oregon Coast are exposed to pesticides used in managing forests.

3 Mar 2021

Detective work inside plant cells finds a key piece of the C4 photosynthesis puzzle

An impressive body of evidence published this week reveals the answer to a mystery that has puzzled plant scientists for more than 30 years.

3 Mar 2021

Chickpea genetics reduce need for chemicals

In recent years, hummus has become a pop culture food phenomenon, drawing praises from dieticians for the health benefits and chefs for the flavor.

3 Mar 2021

Promising potential for marine biofuel

For several years now, the biofuels that power cars, jet airplanes, ships, and big trucks have come primarily from corn and other mass-produced farm crops.

3 Mar 2021

Rising temperatures could reduce efficiency of food chains

According to a new study, rising temperatures could decrease the efficiency of food chains and endanger the survival of larger animals.

From University of Exeter 2 Mar 2021

New study on plant metabolism can help produce more food for increasing population

A new study has demonstrated how plants exploit their metabolism to identify time and know when to develop.

2 Mar 2021

Study assesses the effectiveness of agri-environmental schemes for biodiversity management

Due to modern agriculture, biodiversity across many species groups is in decline. Over the last three decades, attempts have been made to counteract this with agri-environmental schemes at various levels - from the national federal state to EU-wide programmes.

2 Mar 2021

Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

Latest Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

New way to create eco-friendly fungicides that protect food crops

Specific proteins in plants can prevent zinc deficiency in humans

Vegan diet leads to poorer bone health, shows study

Managing invasive species is a better use of time, conservation resources than eliminating them

Pesticide residues can negatively impact organic farms for decades

Coastal communities reveal valuable approaches for adaptability, resilience to climate change

Ultrasonic cleaning can clean food more effectively than current washing methods

High-fat diet may lead to greater risk of heart attacks

Link between forestry management and pesticides in aquatic species

Detective work inside plant cells finds a key piece of the C4 photosynthesis puzzle

Chickpea genetics reduce need for chemicals

Promising potential for marine biofuel

Rising temperatures could reduce efficiency of food chains

New study on plant metabolism can help produce more food for increasing population

Study assesses the effectiveness of agri-environmental schemes for biodiversity management

CRISPR-Cas9 can safeguard future crops under stress from variable climate conditions

New function of regulatory gene may lead to more productive plant varieties

Study reveals mechanism through which plant hormone controls cell division

Reducing salt potentially maintains Parmigiano Reggiano cheese's texture and flavor

Study: Role of natural mosquito behavior on malaria transmission

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