Leaf damage from insects may improve antioxidant levels in produce
Research scientists at Texas A&M have discovered that insects wounds on the leaves of fruit and vegetable crops may create stress responses and cause the plant to produce more antioxidants prior to harvest.
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Amazon unveils ‘smart’ shopping cart
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Outbreak investigation of Cyclospora linked to bagged salads
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Danone, Brightseed partner to use AI to discover new health benefits in plants
Danone North America and Brightseed, a biosciences company and developer of artificial intelligence (AI) that maps novel plant nutrients to human health, have announced a new partnership.
Organic food sales hit $50 billion in 2019
According to the 2020 Organic Industry Survey released by the Organic Trade Association, U.S. organic food sales hit $50.1 billion, up 4.6% from the previous year.
UK children ate fewer fruits, veggies during COVID-19 lockdown
In a study conducted by Northumbria University’s Healthy Living Lab, around half of UK children who received free school meal vouchers are reporting a significant drop in their intake of fruit and vegetables since schools closed in March.
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