Written by: Johnny von Einem, University of Adelaide Newsroom Chickpeas and lentils, either whole or in flour form, offer more nutritional value to the human diet than products made from oats and wheat, research from the University of Adelaide has found. Feature Image: Lentils are an excellent...
Researchers find majority of Americans surveyed, especially those affected by food and nutrition insecurity, would be interested in food-based nutrition interventions From Tufts Now - Written by Joseph Caputo Researchers have conducted the first national survey on public awareness and perceptions...
Many people will soon load up Easter baskets with chocolate candy for children and adults to enjoy. On its own, dark chocolate has health benefits, such as antioxidants that neutralize damaging free radicals. And a report in ACS Food Science & Technology suggests that packing the sweet treat...
Students will enjoy fresh, local food sourced from Choose Iowa members’ farms and small businesses Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced the launch of the Choose Iowa Food Purchasing Program for Schools. The pilot program aims to connect Iowa schools with Choose Iowa members to...
Commissioner Tyler Harper Announces Open Submissions for Annual Ag Week Photo Contest Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper is excited to announce the opening of submissions for this year’s Georgia Ag Week Photo Contest. Through March 24, 2025, participants of all ages are invited to...
Written by: Brad Buck, Senior Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASLipman Family Farms wanted to mitigate flood risk associated with heavy rain on their 2,000-acre farm in Naples. As general manager, Lucas Conran helps oversee seven farming operations for Lipman in Florida and other states along...
The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is celebrating 80 years of advancing global trade and economic prosperity. Since its establishment in 1945, GPA has become a cornerstone of Georgia’s economy, growing into one of the largest and most efficient port authorities in the United States. FEATURE IMAGE:...
New research finds mangos may be key to reducing insulin resistance in adults who are overweight or obese. From The National Mango Board New research has uncovered a potential gamechanger for improving cardiometabolic health: fresh mangos. A study recently published in the journal Nutrients finds...
Written by: Geitner Simmons, IANR Media, University of Nebraska-LincolnAs international trade issues receive growing attention, it is important for Nebraskans to understand the ramifications for the state’s ag sector and overall economy. The Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and...
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson today announced that the Governor and Cabinet, sitting as the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, have approved the preservation of nearly 6,500 acres of working Florida farms and ranches through the Florida Department of...
