Peanut Genome Research Update

Peanut genome research efforts continue not only here in the U.S., but in other countries as well. Tyron Spearman has an update.

Edible Ink Made From Citrus to Warn of Food Deterioration
A Spanish project is working on the extraction and recovery of orange and mandarin pectin to develop edible inks capable of being printed directly on food. The project also includes the development of a sensor that marks the deterioration of food. Pectin is a soluble natural fiber with gelling properties. The research team focuses on […]
Wedgworth Leadership Program Now Accepting Nominations
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resources is soliciting nominations for Class XIII of its two-year leadership development program. The program includes 11 multi-day seminars throughout Florida, the United States and internationally to develop leaders. Class XIII will begin in Gainesville in November. […]