We all know that we should be eating local, yet it often falls to the bottom of the list—especially when we’re busy and on a budget. There’s more than meets the eye, though, with local food. It’s more nutrient-dense and tastes better, not to mention you’ll be supporting your … [Read more...] about Here’s how to dive into your local food scene
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Chemicals from thyme and oregano carry anti-tumor properties
Medicinal plant properties Thyme and oregano aren’t just for cooking. The plants have been used for centuries as herbal remedies to treat a number of illnesses. Thymol, a compound that carries antibacterial properties and fights against muscle spasms, can be extracted from … [Read more...] about Chemicals from thyme and oregano carry anti-tumor properties
The secrets behind the ferocity of fungi exposed
Armillaria ostoyae is one of the toughest tree-killing fungi on the planet. It assembles with black tentacle-like structures called rhizomorphs, which leach onto trees and suck out their nutrients. The reason the fungi is so hard to kill has previously baffled scientists, with … [Read more...] about The secrets behind the ferocity of fungi exposed
Farmers partner with NatureLife to protect endangered cranes in Cambodia
Cranes in Cambodia are increasingly threatened by climate change, habitat destruction, and saltwater intrusion, but one group of dedicated citizens is working to ensure their survival: local farmers. Farmers from Koh Chamkar village in southwest Cambodia are working with … [Read more...] about Farmers partner with NatureLife to protect endangered cranes in Cambodia
Farmers are more amenable to regionally-sensitive bee protection efforts
Farmers are inherently dependent on pollinators for successful crop yields, yet getting them to adopt bee-friendly practices is more challenging in some areas than others. A new study from University of Oregon researchers found that farmers are more likely to invest in … [Read more...] about Farmers are more amenable to regionally-sensitive bee protection efforts