Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

Latest Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

New modified wheat variety increases grain production

Researchers at the University of York have created a new modified wheat variety that increases grain production by up to 12%.

26 Nov 2020

Research provides the most comprehensive atlas of wheat genome sequences

In a landmark discovery for global wheat production, a University of Saskatchewan-led international team has sequenced the genomes for 15 wheat varieties representing breeding programs around the world.

26 Nov 2020

Microbes could make phosphorus trapped in soils more accessible to crops

Phosphorus is a necessary nutrient for plants to grow. But when it's applied to plants as part of a chemical fertilizer, phosphorus can react strongly with minerals in the soil, forming complexes with iron, aluminum and calcium.

25 Nov 2020

Research reveals a gene responsible for anthraquinone synthesis in plants

Anthraquinones are a class of naturally occurring compounds prized for their medicinal properties, as well as for other applications, including ecologically friendly dyes. Despite wide interest, the mechanism by which plants produce them has remained shrouded in mystery until now.

25 Nov 2020

COVID-19 pandemic has considerably affected the U.S. seafood industry, shows study

The United States' seafood industry declined precipitously in the months following the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, and research shows that targeted federal assistance will be necessary to bring it back.

24 Nov 2020

Plant used in traditional Chinese medicine becomes less visible to humans

According to a new study, a plant utilized in traditional Chinese medicine has emerged to become less perceptible to human beings.

From University of Exeter 23 Nov 2020

Architecture of cell nucleus can change gene activity in plants

Scientists from the University of Tokyo have learned how the layout of the cell nucleus can alter the activity of genes found in plants.

23 Nov 2020

Researchers call for greater transparency on genetically modified crops

Scientists have recommended a coalition of experts to collectively work to offer the fundamental data about gene-edited crops.

20 Nov 2020

Mango consumption can reduce facial wrinkles in older women

Similar to other orange fruits and vegetables, mangoes have abundant beta-carotene and also contain antioxidants that may delay damage to cells.

20 Nov 2020

Women who experience food or housing insecurity have greater risk for undiagnosed breast cancer

Women who experience food or housing insecurity may be at risk for undiagnosed breast cancer due to lapses in follow-up appointments, according to research being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

20 Nov 2020

Study highlights factors and strategies to implement sustainable biofuel production

That biofuels can contribute to a cleaner global energy mix is widely accepted, but the net benefits of bioenergy in terms of mitigating greenhouse gases (GHG) are moot.

20 Nov 2020

New project receives $1.12 million to clean agricultural drainage water

The Natural Resources Conservation Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, has awarded $1.12 million to support the University of Illinois-led research to clean agricultural drainage water through saturated buffers and denitrifying bioreactors.

19 Nov 2020

Finding ways to tackle food allergies at the source

Food allergies are a big problem. About 7% of children and 2% of adults in the U.S. suffer from some kind of food allergy.

19 Nov 2020

Major investment will shed light on impact of plastic pollution in developing countries

An investment of £20 million will support interdisciplinary research that aims to improve understanding of the impacts of plastic pollution in developing countries.

18 Nov 2020

Clostridium bacteria can help convert waste gas into valuable compounds

Several branches of industry discharge waste gases that contain mostly carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.

17 Nov 2020

Study examines factors that drive water withdrawals in U.S. agriculture, food production

Climate change and a growing world population require efficient use of natural resources. Water is a crucial component in food production, and water management strategies are needed to support worldwide changes in food consumption and dietary patterns.

17 Nov 2020

Biochar holds promise for removing contaminants from wastewater

Biochar -- a charcoal-like substance made primarily from agricultural waste products -- holds promise for removing emerging contaminants such as pharmaceuticals from treated wastewater.

17 Nov 2020

New research uncovers vital link in complex biochemical pathway for saponin synthesis

Many plants, including legumes, make naturally occurring chemicals called saponins. For example, the medicinal plant licorice produces the saponin glycyrrhizin, a potent natural sweetener that also has antiviral and other pharmacological activity. Soyasaponins, found in soybeans, have anticarcinogenic and antioxidant properties.

From Osaka University 17 Nov 2020

Researchers examine UK's consumer attitudes for food produced using several agricultural methods

New economic research from the University of Kent, University of Reading, and IHS Markit reveals the extent to which UK consumers dislike food produced using production methods such as hormones in beef and chlorine-washed chicken.

16 Nov 2020

ETH researchers investigate impact of nitrogen pollution and crop yields

The world is awash with nitrogen. In agriculture, nitrogen is used as a fertilizer to increase output, but this causes one of the biggest environmental problems of our time.

16 Nov 2020

Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

Latest Food and Agricultural Sciences News and Research

New modified wheat variety increases grain production

Research provides the most comprehensive atlas of wheat genome sequences

Microbes could make phosphorus trapped in soils more accessible to crops

Research reveals a gene responsible for anthraquinone synthesis in plants

COVID-19 pandemic has considerably affected the U.S. seafood industry, shows study

Plant used in traditional Chinese medicine becomes less visible to humans

Architecture of cell nucleus can change gene activity in plants

Researchers call for greater transparency on genetically modified crops

Mango consumption can reduce facial wrinkles in older women

Women who experience food or housing insecurity have greater risk for undiagnosed breast cancer

Study highlights factors and strategies to implement sustainable biofuel production

New project receives $1.12 million to clean agricultural drainage water

Finding ways to tackle food allergies at the source

Major investment will shed light on impact of plastic pollution in developing countries

Clostridium bacteria can help convert waste gas into valuable compounds

Study examines factors that drive water withdrawals in U.S. agriculture, food production

Biochar holds promise for removing contaminants from wastewater

New research uncovers vital link in complex biochemical pathway for saponin synthesis

Researchers examine UK's consumer attitudes for food produced using several agricultural methods

ETH researchers investigate impact of nitrogen pollution and crop yields

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