Hoping to stave off a global health crisis, scientists are breeding a new generation of crops that suck the mineral, which ...

Lost in the conversation about measles and vitamin A is the mind-boggling irony of RFK Jr.’s position on using the vitamin.

Ever wondered how rice cakes are made? Step inside the factory and watch as simple grains of rice are transformed into light, ...

For some farmers faced with seed bills and equipment parts for repairing their machinery, solar land-management contracts can ...

Matt McCary, assistant professor of biosciences at Rice University, has been awarded a Faculty Early Career Development ...

Insect miRNAs can be transferred to their host plants upon feeding. This study shows that a conserved insect microRNA plays a ...

While bread isn’t unhealthy, some people must avoid certain components in bread for health reasons, such as gluten for those with celiac disease. Others may be looking to eat fewer carbohydrates. Here ...

Rice is more than just a food source in Japan. It plays a crucial role in the country’s agricultural industry.

The same substance that paints the sky with the Northern Lights also appears to enhance plant growth and insect defense ...

Ascribe Bio says it has developed a biopesticide for rice that increases yields by up to two tons per hectare, according to ...

A large chunk of restaurants – particularly those that serve meat – don't offer healthy plant-based meals, according to a new ...

Although all types of rice can fit into a nutritious diet, certain varieties may be higher in fiber, protein, or antioxidants ...