Are insects the future of protein? Are we heading toward a future where you can order a burrito filled with chicken, beef, ...

Whether saving endangered ferrets or feeding livestock with less environmental impact, the core message remains: nutrition ...

Known for spending much of its life underground, the little-known American burying beetle could hold the key to developing ...

Many kosher rules address animal-based foods and the ways they are slaughtered ... However, because insects are not kosher, fresh fruits and vegetables must be inspected for the presence of ...

The Agriculture Department is opening more than 112 million acres of federal forests to logging in a misguided bid to prevent fires and boost timber production.

While most people try to avoid bugs in their food, there's a local professor who is embracing them - so much so that he's ...

Food Editor Emma Waldinger gets a taste of entomophagy — the practice of eating insects — in Madison. Literally.

Food irradiation has numerous benefits: Eliminates microbial contamination: Destroys bacteria, moulds and yeast that cause ...

New research uncovers the surprising role of plant scents in insect diets and evolution especially butterflies and moths.

A modern Western diet, high in processed foods and low in whole plant-based foods, can contribute to chronic inflammation but ...

Researchers from the University of St Andrews have uncovered the surprising mechanics behind the wriggle of the red flour beetle, findings which could help combat infestation and threats to food ...

Can Plant-Based Sources Provide Enough Protein? One common concern with eating more plants is whether you'll get enough protein, and it’s an important factor to consider. While animal foods are ...