Think tank calls on Congress to prioritize ag research
AGree, a leading agricultural think tank which is co-led by former USDA secretary Dan Glickman, has released a report detailing “how to improve the food and agricultural research system. The …
“Dynamic Duos”…How to get more nutrition by pairing foods
There is frequent discussion about how food combinations may impact nutrition. A very small study published in May 2015 revealed some intriguing results: “adding eggs to salads makes it easier …
The quest to make strawberries taste great again
There’s nothing better than a perfect, ripe strawberry, bursting with sweetness and flavor. Sales figures of the fruit affirm our love for strawberries: the lush, red berries are the fifth …
A little fish with a big impact is in trouble on the West Coast
Elizabeth Grossman (@lizzieg1) writes about the environment and science. She wrote this piece for Yale Environment 360. It was produced in collaboration with the Food & Environment Reporting Network, a …
Research: Low glycemic index diet reduces symptoms of autism in mice
Those living with diabetes know that “bread, cereal and sugary processed foods can cause rapid spikes and subsequent crashes” in blood sugar, making management of the disease more difficult. A …
Harnessing bacteria to give crops a boost
There is growing interest in the important ways that microbes impact all facets of our life. “In our bodies, they help fight off disease. In the soil, they help deliver …
The rise of Africa’s “super” vegetables
Traditional indigenous greens are increasing in popularity in East Africa. They are gaining attention for a number of reasons, including their nutritional and environmental benefits. Consumers and researchers alike are …
Labels matter: students develop new food products in Iowa State food course
Amy Mayer (@AgAmyinAmes) reports for Harvest Public Media. In this piece, she writes about an Iowa State University food science capstone class, in which students “must develop a product, scale …
Study: Global diabetes rate has risen by nearly half in last 20 years
Sabrina Tavernise (@stavernise) writes for the New York Times. She reports on a new study about the increasing rate of diabetes across the globe. The new study, published in …
UC Davis issues 2015 drought economic impact study
A team of UC Davis researchers has issued a preliminary analysis of a drought economic impact study for 2015. Richard Howitt, Josue Medellin-Azuara, Jay Lund, Daniel Sumner – all from …