Tropical Rains To Shift Northward Due to Climate Change, Affecting Agriculture in the Coming Decades

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 06.28.2024 23:03 PM

Atmospheric scientists predict that unchecked carbon emissions will force tropical rains to shift northward in the coming decades. Find out more about it in this article.

Pink Pineapple: 'Pinkglow,' A Genetic Marvel or Marketing Gimmick?

05.28.2024 06:00 AM

Discover 'Pinkglow,' the pink pineapple. Is it a genetic marvel or just a marketing gimmick? Uncover the science and the story behind this unique fruit. Read more!

Snake Steak? Python Meat Could Be a Sustainable, High-Quality Protein Source For the Planet, Study Claims

03.14.2024 23:41 PM

A new study suggests that python meat is a more sustainable protein source option. Read to learn more.

Ancient Star Map: 3,000-Year-Old Stone Disk From Italy Could Be Representation of Night Sky Used As Guide in Agriculture

01.23.2024 03:00 AM

A 3,000-year-old stone disk covered with markings is believed to be an ancient celestial map representing the brightest stars in the night sky. Find out more about it in this article.

Microbial Fuel Cell Harvests Energy From Soil to Power Sensors; Limitless Energy Shows Potential in Green Infrastructure and Precision Agriculture

01.19.2024 03:00 AM

Scientists have developed soil-powered fuel cells which can provide endless amounts of electricity from dirt. Continue reading the article to learn more.

Pulsating Plant Roots: Strange Oscillation in Herbal Genes Can Help Optimize Agricultural Practices

01.15.2024 05:20 AM

Scientists try to decipher the mystery behind the rhythmic contraction and expansions of the plant root system. Find out more about it in this article.

Fluorescent Artificial Seed Monitors Soil Temperature Through Luminescence; Are Soft Robots the Future of Agriculture?

12.01.2023 04:00 AM

Experts developed the first eco-friendly fluorescent artificial seed which monitors soil health by using drones. Read the article to find out more.

Earth Bacteria Could Make Lunar Soil More Fertile, Suitable for Crop Cultivation

11.17.2023 21:11 PM

New study suggests that introducing certain types of bacteria into lunar soil makes it much more friendly to plant life.

Stone-Lined Tomb From 4,000 Years Ago Found During Norway Construction Work; Findings Could Offer Hints About Their First Farmers

11.16.2023 21:50 PM

The stone-lined cist tomb was found to contain the remains of at least five individuals. Read to learn more.

Cosmic Impact May Have Spurred the Beginning of Agriculture in Syria To Boost Hunter-Gatherers Chances of Survival, Study Asserts

10.03.2023 23:33 PM

A cosmic impact could have forced hunter-gatherers in Abu Herurya to engage in agriculture for survival. Read to learn more.

What Is Agriculture? How Do Sustainable Practices Benefit the Environment?

10.02.2023 07:47 AM

When done right, agriculture has the power to do wonders for the environment. Read to learn more. The agricultural sector is the largest industry in the world, with over 1 billion employed and over $1.

Earthworms Deemed Unsung Heroes of Global Food Production, Responsible for 140 Million Metric Tons Annually

09.27.2023 05:09 AM

Colorado State University study shows earthworms contribute 6.5% to global grain yield, emphasizing soil biodiversity and sustainable agriculture. Read the article to learn more.

Meat-Eating Leads to 4x Higher Greenhouse Gases Compared to Vegan Diets, Study Reveals

07.23.2023 00:20 AM

The study discovered that the dietary impact of vegans, in terms of greenhouse gas emissions, was 25% that of high meat eaters, showing how meat-eating could detrimentally affect the environment. Read to learn more.

Antimicrobial Use Among Livestock Can Threaten Human Immunity, Study Says

04.27.2023 01:45 AM

While antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are seen to be possible alternatives for treating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections, it is important to address the effects of AMP-resistant virulencies before using them for patient treatment. Read to learn more.

Agriculture Breakthrough: Researchers Reach 95% Success Rate in Cloning Hybrid Rice Seeds; Will Feeding Billions of People Be Possible Soon?

02.13.2023 00:52 AM

With this agriculture breakthrough, farmers can simply store the hybrid rice seeds and replant across many seasons. Read to know more.

Exotic DNA Used To Boost Crop Resilience; How Do These Modified Plants Fare in Changing Climates?

02.03.2023 00:02 AM

By genetically modifying wheat with an exotic DNA, researchers were able to see remarkable crop resilience. Read to know more.

Grace Breeding’s NFT Outperforms Standard Nitrogen Fertilizers While Reducing Carbon Emissions, Brazil Corn Study Shows

01.27.2023 11:11 AM

Grace Breeding’s Proprietary Bio-Fertilizer (NFT) solution showed superior or equal results when compared with nitrogen-based urea fertilizers, including more efficient use of water and nitrogen while lowering carbon emissions, its Brazil study showed.

Sun, Mountain Helped Aztec Make Agriculture Calendar To Feed People [Reports]

12.13.2022 20:39 PM

Read on to know how accurately the Aztec people used their agriculture calendar with sun and mountain's help.

Vast Paleogenetic Study Reveals Migration Patterns, Agriculture Expansion, Language Development in the Southern Arc Region

08.29.2022 00:29 AM

Three scientific papers published simultaneously report a massive effort of genome sequencing 727 ancient individuals to uncover their migration patterns, origins of agriculture, and language development. Check it out in this article.

Easy Pesticide Detection Possible Through New Nanosensor Than Scans Fruit in Just Minutes

06.07.2022 10:30 AM

Experts from Sweden developed a nanotechnology that effectively detects pesticides from fruit products. Read more about this innovation and how it sets up an easier, cost-effective approach to food safety.

Agricultural Scientists Ready to Release Parasitic Wasp to Help Prevent Growth of Spotted Wing Drosophila Population

06.07.2022 08:00 AM

Scientists are all set to release a parasitic wasp that will prevent the growing population of the destructive spotted wing drosophila. Read and learn more.