A groundbreaking new study in the INFORMS journal Transportation Science reveals the severe and far-reaching consequences of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on global food security. The research highlights an urgent need to address disruptions in the transportation of Ukrainian grains,...
Written by: Dave Roepke, Iowa State UniversityLonger, more diverse rotations of crops fertilized with livestock manure have many environmental benefits, but carbon sequestration isn’t one of them, according to a new study led by Iowa State University researchers. The findings, published this month...
Predictability, speed to rail aid logistics managers The Port of Savannah is up to eight days faster for India cargo moving to inland markets such as Atlanta, Chicago and Dallas, compared to West Coast ports. Six weekly vessel services provide direct connections between Savannah and India, while a...
In a landmark decision to protect public health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced it will revoke the authorization for the use of FD&C Red No. 3, also known as Red Dye No. 3, in food and ingestible products. This move, prompted by a 2022 petition from advocacy groups,...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA) today announced up to $2 million is available for cooperative agreements for risk management training programs that support American farmers and ranchers. This funding provides the needed resources for organizations such as...
Studying how plant-based proteins interact with fat matrices can lead to better texture and nutrition for vegan cheeses. Plant-based dairy products are a great alternative for people who avoid animal products, but manufacturers have a hard time replicating the creamy, cheesy qualities that make...
Online registration for the 2025 CPMA Annual Convention and Trade Show (CPMA 2025 Fresh Week) which will be held in Montreal, Quebec, is open. The Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s (CPMA) Annual Trade Show is Canada’s largest event dedicated to the fresh fruits and vegetable industry. This...
Written by: Megan Winslow, Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASThe ability to detect crop nutrient deficiencies and promptly modify fertilizer application to address them is invaluable to agricultural producers — especially growers operating under slim profit margins. Identifying how much of a...
Written by: Laren Kowalczyk, Assistant Director of Content Strategy, Bowling Green State UniversityUSDA-funded project tracked the temperature and hydration of bees in 10 urban heat islands across the U.S. Bowling Green State University recently led a multi-year study to determine the effects of...
Written by: Brad Buck Brad is a senior public relations specialist for UF/IFAS Communications. A huge Gator fan, Brad grew up in Gainesville, loves movies, sports and finding great stories to tell.Scientists at the University of Florida are testing a new type of citrus tree that can fight off the...
