New research from Penn State shows how nuclear war could slash global corn yields by up to 87%, threatening food security.

With the global population expected to reach 10 billion by 2050 and crop yields declining annually, a team of academics from ...

There is evidence that plants and insects interact through sound, researchers at Tel Aviv University said on Tuesday, opening ...

Plant and Food Research, New Zealand Time frame: 1 September 2023 - 31 August 2024 ...

Scientists in Australia have uncovered the biological triggers behind oil production in oats, a discovery that could revolutionize how oats are processed and marketed. By using advanced imaging and ...

University of Missouri researchers have genetically engineered plants to produce more oil and protein, paving the way for ...

Common plant could help reduce food insecurity Date: February 28, 2024 Source: Penn State Summary: An often-overlooked water plant that can double its biomass in two days, capture nitrogen from ...

Replacing animal-based food such as deli meat or eggs with plant-based ones such as legumes may reduce the risk of developing heart disease and diabetes, a review found.

As the demand for plant-based meat and dairy options grows, vegan burgers, nuggets, and beverages have been in the spotlight ...

Scholars and schoolchildren alike have generally classified animals by the foods they eat: carnivores eat meat; browsers ...