There’s usually a story behind a book, and in this case, it’s one that goes back nearly six hundred years. Meet James Rebanks, a shepherd with an Oxford degree who …
via Capital Public Radio (@capradionews) Corks or caps for your wine? A UC Davis wine chemist, Andrew Waterhouse, has news that may not be welcomed by natural cork producers, an …
UC researcher uses technology to tackle global food security and climate change
UC San Diego professor Jennifer Burney conducts research that addresses how to achieve global food security and mitigate the effects of climate change. Burney is also dedicated to alleviating poverty; …
Vilsack: Smartphones could help resolve GMO labeling debate
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack is offering this idea to deal with the controversy over labeling GMO products: Use your smartphone. Vilsack suggested that consumers “could just use their phones to …
“Freight Farms” used to grow fruits and vegetables in Boston year round
Boston has been slammed with record snowfall this year, and the city is still struggling to dig out. Meanwhile, despite the deep freeze, fruits and vegetables are being grown in …
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced proposed rules for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), also known as “drones.” Commercial use of drones is currently limited in the U.S., but the …
“Handpick” food discovery application may help reduce food waste
Handpick is a “food discovery app” that has positioned itself in part as a solution to food waste. The application provides an extensive database of ingredients, and incorporates Instagram, food …
30 days of meals from Bittman and Trello
We lead busy lives. It’s challenging to plan nutritious meals, to organize the ingredients we need for a recipe, and to find the time to cook. The result? We often …
More research: added sugars harmful to health
A report published Thursday in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings challenges the notion that all calories are equal. A team of researchers conducted a literature review to assess the effects of …
Milk industry launches “Get Real” campaign
The National Dairy Council, Dairy Management Inc. and other industry groups are launching a new social campaign to boost lagging sales, and counter what they say are false health claims …