The best watch parties have two things in common: good food and good company to root for your team with. Kick off your football feast with appetizers made with a game day favorite: avocados. With nearly 2.5 billion pounds of avocados imported from Mexico annually,...
Smarter Snacking: Easy Energy Bites For All-Day Fuel!
Having enough energy and fuel to make it through a long day can be challenging. No matter if you’re a stay-at-home parent, corporate worker or small business owner, having a high energy level that lasts throughout the day is important for both you and those around...
Salute To Service: Mahindra’s Military Giveaway Is Here!
Mahindra Launches 11th Annual Military Salute Giveaway to Thank Our Military Mahindra Ag North America (MAgNA) announced the return of an exciting tradition: the annual Mahindra Military Salute Giveaway. This year’s giveaway features a Mahindra 1120 tractor with a...
Already Quit Your Resolutions? Try These Health Hacks You Can Actually Stick To!
Written by: Emily Krause, RD, LD Emily Krausse is a passionate Registered Dietitian with diverse dietetic background in clinical, retail, private practice and school nutrition. She’s an enthusiastic leader with strong verbal and personal communication skills and...
New Study Shows How Ukraine War Impacts Global Food Supply Chain, Urges Alternative Routes For Grains
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...
Diversified Cropping Systems Boost Nitrogen Supply But Not Soil Carbon, Study Finds
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....
Are Mushrooms Good For You? Short Answer: YES!
Wondering what your favorite fungi can do for your nutrition goals? Curious if adding mushrooms to your plate is a healthy choice? The answer is a resounding YES! Keep on reading to discover all the reasons why mushrooms are a nutritious food to choose. Light &...
FDA Bans Red Dye #3 Over Cancer-Causing Concerns
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...
USDA Invests $2 Million To Provide Risk Management Training To Farmers, Ranchers
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...
Just As Gouda: Improving The Quality Of Cheese Alternatives
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,...