NASA Funding 3D Food Printing Technology [VIDEO]
NASA announced Wednesday it is funding construction of the world's first ever 3D food printer.
Howard County In Maryland Testing Out Food Compost Program
Howard County in Maryland is testing out a new food compost system in order to help the environment
United Nations Outlines Plan For Agriculture Prosperity
The United Nations announced a new plan in order to secure agricultural prosperity by sharing genetic resources.
Heinz Opens Up & Re-Invigorates Brand With New Interactive Website
In a move to keep current with the digital age, Heinz has launched a new interactive website for consumers and food experts.
EAT Food Delivery Service Scores $5 Million In Funding
Food delivery service, EAT Club, scores $5 million in funding.
The New Tomato — UCLA Researchers Engineer Tomatoes That Mimic Good Cholesterol
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) researchers have genetically engineered tomatoes to produce a peptide, a compound containing two or more amino acids linked in a chain, that causes the tomato to imitate the actions of good cholesterol when eaten.
Scientist Discovers New Application for Copper That Can Be Used to Improve Food Safety
Michigan Technological University researcher Jaroslaw Drelich and professor of materials science and engineering, has discovered a way to destroy harmful microbes before they have a chance to make their way into our bodies. His discovery was of a copper-based antimicrobial compound that, if implanted in the inert compound vermiculite - typically found in potting soil - it would reduce or eliminate harmful bacterias usually found in food products.
Kickstarters Will Receive Their Pebbles January 23, Smartphone Watch Is Highly Anticipated Gadget
Funders will get their Pebble watches starting January 23, announced the company that is making the enviable little devices. Gadget lovers, runners, and geeks lined up during the funding phase last year.
Pinterest Acquires Punchfork, the Social Site for Recipes, Meals, and Gorgeous Photos of Food
Photogs and fashionistas, meet cooks.
U.S. Corn Belt Crop Experts: Pray For Snow
Given soil dryness, below-trend corn yields seen for 2013
Starbucks Will Sell $10 Square Readers, Are They Safe For Customers?
Starbucks has been using the hip new Square readers to great acclaim, and will now begin to sell the little squares in stores. Before swiping your credit card, however, there are some safety issues that you need to be aware of.
Microsoft May Soon Run Your Entire Home, Kitchen With Acquisition Of R2 Studios
Imagine if you could check if your lights were still on at home - from your office, on your smartphone. This may soon become a reality if Microsoft capitalizes on its recent acquisition of id8 Group R2 Studios.
Colle Farmers Market Says UAS Organic Technology is “A Step Forward”
In an effort to spread awareness of the organic technology movement, Colle Farmers Market discusses the University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS), an India based organization that is developing organic production technologies for major crops.
How To Keep Your Champagne Bubbly For New Year's Eve
As the midnight approaches on December 31, champagne corks will be around the world popping to usher in the New Year
Australia Takes a Step to Help Food Insecure Africa
Australia has opened a food security centre in Kenya, while the U.N and other organizations scramble for aid for food insecure countries.
Wrigley Pulls Caffeinated Gum off Market, FDA Express Concerns Relating to Children Consuming the Gum
Wrigley pulls caffeinated gum from shelves temporarily as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigates the safety of added caffeine, particularly its potential effects on children and young adults.
Dollar Menu Fails: Fast Food Giant Declines In Sales
McDonald’s struggles to keep up profits with Dollar Menu
Hospital Food Program Helps Woman Shed 55 Pounds
By eating certain hospital foods, one woman has managed to overcome her weight issue and surgery
Cupcake Craze Expands, Sprinkles Makes Cupcakes Gourmet
Cupcake Craze, a well-known shop in New York, stated that television shows such as Cupcake Wars have increased the company's sales. "The craze is definitely helping business. People love cupcakes. You give someone a cupcake and they smile", said owner Kevin Hughes.
Serious Food Allergies: NIAID Finding Cures
NIAID is the lead Institute at the National Institutes of Health for research of food allergies. According to the institute's official website, they are committed to supporting efforts to help better understand, prevent, and manage this disorder that affects approximately 5 percent of children and 4 percent of adults in the United States.
Wrigley Will Release Caffeinated Gum April
Beginning next month, Wrigley gum is going to begin selling caffeinated gum. The company is well known for selling mints, gum, lollipops, hard and chewy candies. A couple of world known Wrigley brands include: Orbit, Doublemint, Skittles, Starburst and Altoids.
