In so-called precision fermentation, egg and milk proteins are produced with the help of bacteria, yeasts or other fungi. This results in foods such as milk or cheese with a familiar flavor and texture. Supporters hope that ...
Social Sciences
Jul 22, 2024
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Commercial greenhouses in Europe are testing new energy and water efficiency technologies in support of the green transition.
Agriculture
Jul 17, 2024
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Extraordinary amounts of energy, water, and capital are put into food systems. However, anywhere from 30 to 40% of the food that is produced ends up in landfills in the United States.
Materials Science
Jul 8, 2024
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Agroecology—a science, practice, and movement that seeks social, political, economic, and environmental sustainability in the global food system—is gaining momentum in the U.S., according to a new Dartmouth-led commentary ...
Ecology
Jul 5, 2024
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In the fight to protect biodiversity and limit climate change, the world will reap what it sows, say researchers from the University of Surrey.
Ecology
Jul 1, 2024
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Sustainability is a hot topic in just about every field that engages with the environment, including agriculture. An interdisciplinary group of researchers in UConn's College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources has ...
Agriculture
Jun 20, 2024
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We're facing rising food insecurity, the cost-of-living squeeze, and ever-changing climate events. It's no wonder our food systems are in urgent need of a reboot.
Environment
Jun 20, 2024
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Waterlogged conditions, a consequence of heavy rainfall or inadequate drainage, disproportionately affect crops with delicate root systems like cucumbers. These conditions not only impede root respiration and plant development ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Jun 20, 2024
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A recent study uncovers the intricate molecular mechanisms that regulate leaf senescence in apple plants, focusing on the crucial role of the E3 ligase enzyme, MdPUB23, and its interaction with the ABI5 protein. This research ...
Plants & Animals
Jun 5, 2024
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The Horn of Africa recently suffered its worst drought in almost half a century, and its sixth failed rainfall season in a row.
Environment
May 27, 2024
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