Building A Better Catfish

Building A Better Catfish

Developing high-performing genetic lines and hybrids for the catfish industry - better breeding ability would make catfish farming more efficient and profitable. The $437 million U.S. catfish industry is in need of better genetic and breeding technologies to be...

Why Frozen Fruits And Vegetables Are A Smart Choice

Why Frozen Fruits And Vegetables Are A Smart Choice

Frozen fruits and vegetables are often overlooked, but they offer a range of benefits that can make them a staple in your kitchen. Not only do they retain the same nutritional value as fresh produce, but they also provide convenience, variety, and a way to reduce food...

Florida Blueberries: Healthy, Convenient, And Locally Grown

Florida Blueberries: Healthy, Convenient, And Locally Grown

Written by: Brad Buck, Senior Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASAs we head into the heart of Florida blueberry harvest season – March through May — growers are shipping the fruit to market to meet statewide and national consumer demand. You can find Florida-grown...

Sustainable Solutions For Juicier Plant-Based Meats

Sustainable Solutions For Juicier Plant-Based Meats

Plant-based meat substitutes are popular with people who want to reduce their meat consumption or who choose a vegan diet. However, concerns persist about the products becoming dry when cooked and lacking the mouth feel associated with real meat. Enter Dr. Alejandro...

Make Your St. Patrick’s Day Spread Green With Envy

Make Your St. Patrick’s Day Spread Green With Envy

Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch, snack time or even as an appetizer for get-togethers with friends and family. Layered with a...

Bird Flu Vaccine In The Works Could Protect Poultry Flocks

Bird Flu Vaccine In The Works Could Protect Poultry Flocks

FFAR Rapid Research Builds Diagnostic Tools & Vaccine for Avian Metapneumovirus Avian metapneumovirus (aMPV) is a highly contagious virus causing respiratory and reproductive disorders in poultry, leading to significant animal welfare concerns and economic losses....