Written by: Ashlyn Grotegut, Texas Tech University Obesity affects 40% of adults in the U.S. and elevates the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Nutrition scientists and health professionals increasingly...
UF/IFAS Agent Bob Hochmuth Inducted Into National Agriculture Hall Of Fame
Written by: Megan Winslow, Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASBob Hochmuth grew up on a 1,000-acre vegetable farm on Maryland’s eastern shore. As a child, he watched his father and two uncles manage the farm, and the three men were always busy. They didn’t allow...
Seafood Trade Analysis: Why Poorer Nations Get A Nutritional Edge
Developing countries pay less for the nutrition in seafood imports than developed countries Developing countries pay less for the nutrition in seafood imports than developed countries, largely because developed countries pay a premium for non-nutritional attributes...
Where Did Strawberries Come From?
Written by: Brad Buck, Senior Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASUF study traces complex history of the strawberry If you eat fruits or vegetables, how often do you think about their history? Former University of Florida post-doctoral researcher Zhen Fan did, as he...
Inside The Body’s Nutrient Highways: The Key To Targeting Cancer And Chronic Disease
New research reveals how mapping nutrient pathways in the body could unlock more precise treatments for cancer, chronic disease, and aging. When you swallow a vitamin or eat a meal, the nutrients you’ve ingested flow into your stomach, break down, and enter your...
The Bitter Truth: Coffee’s Health Benefits Fade With Cream And Sugar
New study finds black coffee may reduce risk of death, but added cream and sugar significantly weaken the potential health benefits. From Tufts Now - Written by Lisa LaPoint While you’re probably not pouring your morning cup for the long-term health benefits, coffee...
Salute To Service: Mahindra’s Military Salute Giveaway Returns With Independence Edition Roxor
Mahindra Launches 12th Annual Military Salute Giveaway with Limited Edition Patriotic ROXOR Vehicle ahead of U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary Mahindra Ag North America (MAgNA) President and CEO Viren Popli appeared on Fox & Friends to officially announce the 2025...
USDA Uncovers Alarming Link Between Honey Bee Losses And Miticide-Resistant Mites
New USDA Research Links Early 2025 Honey Bee Losses to High Viral Loads and Mite Resistance New research from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) sheds light on the causes behind the catastrophic honey bee colony losses...
Healthy Teens, Healthy Dads, Healthier Kids: The Lasting Power Of A Father’s Diet
From the American Society for Nutrition While moms have traditionally gotten much of the focus when it comes to children’s eating habits, a new study highlights the importance of dads in shaping a child’s relationship with food. According to the study, young children...
AJC Showcases Atlanta’s Global Culinary Growth In ‘63 Dishes’ Dining Guide
From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution As Atlanta prepares to host thousands of international visitors in 2026 for the FIFA World Cup, Atlanta still is benefiting from a global cuisine culture that took root in Atlanta during the 1996 Olympics and has continued...










