Purdue’s new tech finds sick crops, tracks ticks, and saves thirsty farmlands Ever since the AI technology has been enabled for public use since the launch of Purdue University’s groundbreaking innovations, the agricultural sector has witnessed a significant transformation. Purdue University, known for its pioneering research and cutting-edge technologies, has once again taken a leap […]
Advancing animal husbandry: Methods, challenges, and innovations
Advancing Animal Husbandry: Methods, Challenges, and Innovations Animal husbandry, the science of breeding and raising livestock, has been a cornerstone of human civilization for millennia. From the domestication of wild animals to the selective breeding of livestock for desirable traits, the practice of animal husbandry has evolved significantly over time. In today’s world, with the […]
Deadly fungus seized from Chinese scientists could wreck US wheat, rice, livestock: FBI
Deadly Fungus Seized from Chinese Scientists Poses Threat to US Agriculture Two Chinese researchers face serious charges for attempting to smuggle a dangerous fungus into the United States, as reported by the FBI. The incident raises concerns about the potential risks this deadly fungus could pose to American agriculture, specifically targeting wheat, rice, and livestock. […]
Wild spinach may prevent total wipeout of US seed crops by deadly soil fungus
Wild Spinach: The Unlikely Hero in Saving US Seed Crops from Deadly Soil Fungus In Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar, Earth’s crops slowly die out one by one, triggering a desperate search for alternative food sources to save humanity from extinction. While this may seem like a work of fiction, the threat of crop devastation is a […]
European drought crisis escalates amid heat and low rainfall, says JRC
European Drought Crisis Intensifies in 2025: A Looming Threat to the Continent Amidst the sweltering heat and meager rainfall, Europe finds itself in the grips of a severe drought crisis. According to the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the situation has escalated significantly in 2025, painting a grim picture of shrinking rivers, parched soils, and soaring […]
The future of bacon? Gene-edited pigs get US FDA approval for human consumption
The Future of Bacon? Gene-Edited Pigs Get US FDA Approval for Human Consumption The US Food and Drug Administration has given the green light to gene-edited pigs for human consumption, marking a significant milestone in the realm of biotechnology and food innovation. This decision paves the way for a new era in agriculture, where genetically […]
Lab-grown chicken nuggets: New technique mimics blood vessels for realistic texture
Lab-grown chicken nuggets: New technique mimics blood vessels for realistic texture Forget the farm – imagine biting into a juicy piece of chicken grown in a lab. With the latest advancements in technology, this once far-fetched idea is now becoming a reality. Scientists have developed a groundbreaking technique that mimics blood vessels to create a […]
Diversifying Europe’s protein supply
Diversifying Europe’s Protein Supply As the global population continues to grow, so does the demand for protein sources. In Europe, there is a pressing need to diversify the protein supply to meet the increasing demand for non-meat protein options. EIT Food, a leading organization in the food innovation sector, has been actively engaged in discussions […]
AI Boosts Strawberry Farming with Disease Detection Technology
In a groundbreaking advancement for agriculture, researchers at Western University have unveiled an innovative AI model that not only detects diseases in strawberries but also predicts the ripeness of the fruit with an impressive accuracy rate of nearly 99%. Developed by Joshua Pearce and Soodeh Nikan, this technology holds the potential to revolutionize strawberry farming, […]