Agriculture
Researchers have discovered that extracts from cultivated cardoon and globe artichoke leaves can be used as natural preservatives to extend the shelf life of poultry meat. The study found that the extracts delayed lipid oxidation and microbial growth, maintaining the quality and safety of the meat. This breakthrough presents an
Agriculture
Registration for the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme has been extended by one week, closing on Monday 8 September 2025. The scheme, aimed at helping farm businesses match slurry, fertiliser, and lime applications to crop needs accurately, has seen over 18,600 farm businesses benefit from taking part since its inception
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A recent study conducted in Serbia has shed light on the potential of replacing animal fat with unsaturated lipid sources in processed meats. Funded by the Ministry of Science, Technological Development And Innovation of The Republic of Serbia, the research demonstrated that such a replacement can significantly enhance the nutritional
Agriculture
Research has shown that broccoli microgreens can adapt to low light conditions with high yield and quality, making them a viable option for indoor agriculture. A study published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition found that when exposed to different photosynthetic photon flux densities (PPFD) ranging from 50 to
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New research published in Water, Air, & Soil Pollution highlights the presence of pathogenic bacteria in the sediments of Conococheague Creek, Pennsylvania, underscoring the risk of contamination in irrigation water sources and fresh produce. The study, led by Jitendra Patel of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), analyzed sediment
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The Southwest Regional Food Business Center, a program designed to support local small and mid-sized food and farm businesses in Nevada, California, Arizona, and Utah, has been terminated three years ahead of schedule. As a result, the state will lose $3 million in federal funding. The program was part of
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Fresh data from a recent study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) sheds light on the effects of cover cropping and reduced nitrogen fertilization rate on soil carbon and nitrogen stocks. The research, conducted in the US northern Great Plains, evaluated the impact of
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The Gwent Levels, a Site of Special Scientific Interest on the Severn Estuary, face a dual threat from climate change and intensive farming. Extreme weather events and rising energy costs are driving the need for more diverse and sustainable land management practices. A proposed solar farm at Craig Y Perthi
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In a recent development, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued an order on May 29, 2025, in a case involving the M.P. State Agriculture Marketing Board and others. Petitioner Narresh Chandra Laddha had filed a petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, challenging the orders dated
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The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and partners are convening a global workshop to streamline greenhouse gas (GHG) measurement and modelling methodologies in rice systems. Over 70 international experts will gather to align measurement methods, share compatible data, and improve tools and models for tracking GHG emissions in rice systems.
Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has provided financial and material assistance to farmers in Camarines Sur, a province in the Bicol Region. A total of 985 farmers received cash aid and modern agricultural equipment, including combine harvesters, four-wheel-drive tractors, and forage choppers. The assistance is aimed at
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Research from Anhui Science and Technology University in Chuzhou, People's Republic of China, has made significant progress in estimating wheat chlorophyll content using a multi-source deep feature neural network. The study shows that integrating spectral and textural features extracted from unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) multispectral imagery, along with
