School Grants: $10M To Improve School Meals and Nutrition
The USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service has awarded a total of $10 million in grants through its partners Full Plates Full Potential and the Illinois Public Health Institute.
KAPPA AgTech Introduces Silicone Substrate for Diverse Crops
KAPPA AgTech has recently introduced Silicone Substrate to improve crop cultivation efficiency and sustainability.
Lotus Foods Announces $22.5M Investment from Grounded Capital
Lotus Foods, known for its heirloom, organic, and regenerative rice cultivation, has secured a $22.5M investment from Grounded Capital.
Crop Pollinator Limitation: Impact on Global Crop Yields
A study by Turo et al. (2024) assesses the global prevalence of pollinator limitation and its impact on crop yields.
Soil Phosphorus Depletion: A Threat to Food Security
A comprehensive study by Niu et al. (2024) has highlighted the significant impact of globalization on soil phosphorus (P) depletion, with far-reaching implications for long-term food security.
Better Earth Achieves Prestigious B Corp Certification
Better Earth, a leader in compostable foodservice packaging, has earned B Corp certification, highlighting its commitment to transparency and environmental leadership.
Exploring the Genetic and Phenotypic Diversity of Wheat
A study by Cheng et al. (2024) examined the genetic and phenotypic diversity of the A.E. Watkins landrace collection of bread wheat.
Exceptional Growth in US Agricultural Land Market
Key Takeaways Agricultural land values have seen significant gains across all regions due to strong commodity markets, moderate interest rates, and high buyer demand. Despite recent economic pressures such as […]
Nano Bio-Fertilizer: A Breakthrough in Sustainable Agriculture
Hamed, Shehdeh Jodeh, and Raed Alkowni (2024) developed a novel nano bio-fertilizer encapsulation method using chitosan, alginate, and humic acid.
Sclerotinia Stem Rot & its Impact on Oil-Producing Crops
Sclerotinia stem rot (SSR) is a major threat to oil-producing crops caused by the fungus Sclerotinia sclerotiorum.