Food Security

Dhruv Patel-Tupper, PhD '22 Plant Biology, who led the study as a postdoctoral researcher in the lab of PMB professor Krishna Niyogi.Photo by Chris Gee

June 17, 2024

New Gene Editing Technique by UC Berkeley Promises to Increase Rice Yields Without Foreign DNA

A team from the Innovative Genomics Institute at the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) has achieved increased gene expression in a food crop by altering its regulatory DNA. While other studies have

Africa·Agriculture·Technology

AirSmat Transforms African Agriculture: AI and Drones Lead Smart Farming Revolution!

In a world where climate change and food security are increasingly pressing concerns, a Nigerian-based company, AirSmat, is pioneering a revolution in the agricultural sector through precision farming. Founded with a vision to combat food shortages in Africa, AirSmat is

November 4, 2023

Bee Decline? BeeHero’s AI Tech Might Just Be the Answer!

Agriculture·Artificial Intelligence·Sustainability

In the ever-evolving landscape of agriculture, pollination stands as a silent hero, ensuring the production of approximately 75% of our major food crops. However,

Asda Recalls McGees Steak Burgers for Undeclared Allergens

Health

A serious food safety alert has emerged as McGees recalls its Steak Burgers from Asda stores across Northern Ireland after discovering three major allergens

A green alga Photo Source:Dr Helen Onyeaka (University of Birmingham)

Food & Drinks

Chlorella: The $200M Microscopic Algae Transforming Food Security and Climate Action

A tiny plant that grows in lakes and rivers might help solve our food problems. Scientists at the University of Birmingham are studying Chlorella vulgaris, a plant so small you need a

Tejal Somvanshi

February 8, 2025