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Court Nixes FDA’s Approval of Genetically Engineered Salmon
It would be the first genetically modified animal intended for human consumption in the world.
Engineers Are Developing Self-Watering Soil for Drought Farming
As droughts increase, we may need this kind of wild technology.
Corn Yields Are Up, But More Vulnerable to Drought Than Ever: Study
And droughts will probably be increasing in frequency.
The USDA Has Poured Money Into Farm Country, But Will it Be Enough to Help Re-Elect Trump?
Most farmers aren’t abandoning the president.
Tyson to Replace Federal Inspectors With Own Employees at Beef Plant
Watchdog groups have long protested this possibility.
Scientists Recreated Martian Soil to See if Anything Will Grow in It
The soil is described as “crusty.”
Nik Sharma Blends Science and Food in ‘The Flavor Equation’
The food writer’s new cookbook explains the reactions happening in pots and pans.
Following Ban, EPA Approves Dicamba for Five More Years
There are some new restrictions, but it’s unclear if they will be effective to stop dicamba drift.
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