Oliver Morrison

1 month ago | nutraingredients.com | Asia Sherman |Oliver Morrison |Olivia Haslam |Stephen Daniells

Writing in the journal Scientific Reports, a team of Italian university researchers set out to determine whether a seaweed extract would first enhance crop growth and quality by increasing plant mineral uptake and then how daily consumption of bio-augmented lettuce would affect mineral homeostasis in healthy adults. “The results are of interest in the context of dietary iron deficiency especially among populations that avoid meat-based diets,” the researchers reported.

2 months ago | feednavigator.com | Jane Byrne |Oliver Morrison

Insect-derived ingredients are expected to play a significant role in the circular food economy and the blue bioeconomy model. However, fraudulent mislabeling remains a significant obstacle, making the development of reliable, insect species-specific detection tools a top priority, say the authors of this research.

Dec 4, 2024 | feednavigator.com | Jane Byrne |Oliver Morrison

Mars Petcare, Royal Canin, and ADM are spearheading a regenerative agriculture initiative to encourage sustainable farming practices such as reduced tillage and cover cropping. Regen ag, while not universally defined, broadly seeks to mitigate climate change, improve soil health, restore biodiversity, enhance ecosystems, and support human well-being.

Nov 21, 2024 | wbur.org | Oliver Morrison

In Pittsburgh, two radio hosts start a conversation across the political divideThe country is at odds over how to approach intractable issues such as crime, addiction and homelessness. In Pittsburgh, an unlikely pair of firebrands is talking across the political divide. WESA's Oliver Morrison reports. This segment airs on November 21, 2024. Audio will be available after the broadcast.

Nov 20, 2024 | npr.org | Oliver Morrison

'People hate that about us.' Pittsburgh politician and radio host forge unlikely bondThe country is at odds over how to approach intractable issues such as crime, addiction and homelessness. In Pittsburgh, an unlikely pair of firebrands is talking across the political divide.