The new findings challenge the “food desert” hypothesis, which posits that a lack of access to supermarkets and grocery stores in some communities worsens the obesity crisis

“This study identifies the hardest battles in crafting policy to alleviate children in low-income populations being overweight,” Virginia Tech researcher says

Researchers developed a technique to look for pairs of short DNA sequences from beef, buffalo, and pork in hot dogs

Nationwide, 19 awards totaling $36.5 million were given for agriculture and extension to support American farmers growing fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, ornamentals, and nursery crops

Steady improvements to the soil and the drainage system allow University of Delaware researchers the ability to study irrigation and fertigation treatments

“With the world’s population set to reach more than nine billion by 2050, we need to intensify our efforts in breeding new cereals and other food plants with improvements in yield, quality, and disease resistance," professor says

Laura Johnson of New Mexico State University is studying plant growth, fruit yield, and quality

"We need to keep a closer eye on the status of existing pathogens, otherwise our billion-dollar agriculture export industry is at risk," professor says

The discovery is a concern because alterations can affect the gut’s ability to metabolize sugars and peptides, processes that are vital for honeybee health

Lactic acid bacteria can enhance product attributes, or cause them to be recalled or discarded due to spoilage, depending on how well it is controlled

UF/IFAS researchers are looking for ways to thwart angular leaf spot

Researchers at Kansas State University and K-State Olathe are collaborating on a project that is using temperature to improve the safety of leftover food in schools and child care centers