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...
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....
Tuna Time! Lean Protein Snacks Packed With Bold Flavors
Living a happier, healthier life often begins in the kitchen. From lunches on the go to sit-down family meals, keeping flavor at the center of your meal planning is key to maintaining healthy habits. Based on Mintel’s 2025 Global Food and Drink Trends, experts predict...
Growing Produce For Beginners: 7 Garden Basics
Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it’s a project even a beginner can tackle with ease....
AI-Powered Sprayer Cuts Herbicide Use By 90% In Vegetable Farming
Written by: Brad Buck, Senior Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASVegetable growers use herbicides to kill weeds to prevent crop loss. Meanwhile, a University of Florida researcher is using artificial intelligence to reduce herbicide sprayed on crops. "We are building...
Can The Foods I Eat Help Improve My Sleep?
From Hannaford Supermarkets The foods we choose to eat each day contribute to our overall energy levels. But what about our sleep? Can the foods we eat contribute to a better night’s sleep, even greater energy and overall wellness? Americans are slowly realizing that...
AFBF Endorses Solar Projects With Shared Agricultural Use For A Stronger, More Resilient Rural Future
American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) delegates solidify commitment to a resilient future for America's farmers and rural communities with solar projects with verified shared agricultural use. The Solar and Farming Association (SAFA) announced a major policy...
UF/IFAS Researchers Join Forces With Mars To Battle Disease Threatening Global Cacao Supply
Written by: Megan Winslow, Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFASAs you nibble on a chocolate truffle or bite into a chocolate-dipped strawberry on Valentine’s Day, consider the elongated, ribbed pods of the cacao tree, which made that sweet treat possible. A group of...
Pyka Unveils Pelican 2: The World’s Largest Autonomous Crop Protection Aircraft
Secures New FAA Authorization for Commercial Operation of Largest Ever UAS and Takes Order for 20 Aircraft in Brazil Pyka, a leader in autonomous electric aviation, has unveiled its next-generation agricultural spray aircraft, Pelican 2. Featuring an expanded...
Beyond Size: How Modern Breeding Is Shaping The Future Of Fruits And Vegetables
Are bigger fruits and vegetables better? Not when it comes to breeding fruits and vegetables. Today’s top seed engineers look to both the future and the past in developing better produce varieties. For generations, gardeners saved select crop seeds best suited to...