Composting biochar improves its fertilizing capability
In Germany, a University of Tuebingen study demonstrated how the composting of biochar creates a very thin organic coating that significantly improves the biochar’s...
New catalyst achieves unprecedented activities
In Germany, Ruhr-Universität Bochum researchers developed a new efficient catalyst for the synthesis of so-called aromatic amines, which are central building blocks in many...
Microwave radar counts cranberries to reduce the labor in yield estimation
In Wisconsin, counting cranberries is a time-consuming and laborious endeavor that yields important information about everything from berry quality to the projected harvest. “We...
Fasting blood sugar levels can indicate the best diet for people with prediabetes or...
In Massachusetts, data suggests that fasting plasma glucose levels, also called blood sugar levels, could be helpful in determining the type of diet that...
Turkey poop could fuel your next Thanksgiving
In Israel, Ben-Gurion University researchers are focusing on ways to transform turkey poop into useful products like fuel. While experimenting with different manure types,...
Cameras and artificial intelligence detect cow lameness early and automatically
In Japan, a group of researchers led by Osaka University developed an early detection method for cow lameness, a major disease of dairy cattle...
AgResearch investing $25 million to grow healthier farm animals with more nutritious ryegrass
In New Zealand, AgResearch scientists aided by a five-year $25 million grant are enhancing ryegrass to produce healthier animals, better production on the farm...
Researchers look to cephalopods for another source of protein
In Denmark, among chefs and researchers in gastronomy there is a growing interest in exploring local waters in order to use resources in a...
20 percent of Americans account for half of U.S. food-related GHG emissions
In Michigan, on any given day, 20 percent of Americans account for nearly half of U.S. diet-related greenhouse gas emissions, and high levels of...
Not a tricorder, but a hand-held genome sequencing device delivers results in minutes
In Texas, researchers learned that within five years, consumers may begin using a device smaller than a flip phone to monitor the air, test...