Author name: Paul Laurent

In the world of agriculture, especially in the peanut industry, the strength of a peanut shell can mean the difference between a successful harvest and a costly loss. A recent study led by Gilad Ben Israel from the Department of Field Crops at the Ag

In a world where food security hangs in the balance, new research is shedding light on innovative ways to enhance wheat production, a staple crop that feeds billions. A recent study led by Muhammad Jabran from the Sta

In a world where agriculture is grappling with the consequences of excessive fungicide use, a recent study shines a light on a promising alternative: bioinoculants. This research, led by Areeb Anjum from the Food Science Laboratory at the Dow Univers

In a fascinating leap for functional foods and pharmaceuticals, researchers have turned their attention to a little-known strain of bacteria, Heyndrickxia coagulans BC99, which is showing some promising potential for gut health. The study, led by Yin

In a groundbreaking study published in ‘Scientific Reports’, researchers are shining a spotlight on Lactuca serriola, a wild relative of lettuce, as a viable alternative source for natural rubber. With the demand for sustainable rubber on the rise, t

In the picturesque yet challenging landscapes of the northwestern Himalayas, maize stands as a vital crop for farmers relying on rainfed agriculture. However, the persistent use of chemical fertilizers has raised alarm bells over soil health and agri

In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, the quest for sustainable practices and value-added products is more critical than ever. A recent study by Nguyen Cao Cuong from the Faculty of Engineering and Food Technology at Hue University of Agricultur

In a groundbreaking study that could reshape the aquaculture landscape, researchers have unveiled a novel multi-epitope vaccine aimed at tackling viral nervous necrosis (VNN), a disease that has wreaked havoc on fish populations, particularly in the

In a groundbreaking study published in ‘Discover Food’, researchers have turned the cheese-making world on its head by exploring plant-based alternatives to traditional calf rennet. This shift not only addresses ethical concerns surrounding animal pr

In a groundbreaking study published in *Nature Communications*, researchers have unveiled a fresh insight into how plants can combat the uptake of cadmium (Cd), a heavy metal that poses serious health risks as it makes its way through the food chain.