Scientists Sniff out the Substances Behind the Aroma in the ‘King of Fruits’
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Scientists Sniff out the Substances Behind the Aroma in the ‘King of Fruits’ ScienceDaily (Nov. 28, 2012) — The latest effort to decipher the unique aroma signature of the durian — revered as the “king of fruits” in southeast Asia but reviled elsewhere as the …
Major Breakthrough in Deciphering Bread Wheat’s Genetic Code
Major Breakthrough in Deciphering Bread Wheat’s Genetic Code ScienceDaily (Nov. 28, 2012) — Scientists, including Professor Keith Edwards and Dr Gary Barker from the University of Bristol, have unlocked key components of the genetic code of one of the world’s most important crops. …
Watermelon Genome Decoded: Scientists Find Clues to Disease Resistant Watermelons
Watermelon Genome Decoded: Scientists Find Clues to Disease Resistant Watermelons ScienceDaily (Nov. 26, 2012) — Are juicier, sweeter, more disease-resistant watermelons on the way? An international consortium of more than 60 scientists from the United States, China, and Europe has published the genome …
FAO says rice production outpacing consumption
FAO says rice production outpacing consumption Stocks to increase in 2013 with output gains foreseen in East Asia Rice production rebounding in Africa 19 November 2012, Rome – Global rice production for 2012 is forecast to outpace consumption in 2012/13, resulting in an …
Involving local farmers is key to success of foreign investment
Involving local farmers is key to success of foreign investment New FAO report focuses on investments in developing countries, urging caution on large-scale land acquisitions Security of land tenure is vital 13 Novembre 2012, Rome – International investments that give local farmers …
Studi: Manusia Gua Ternyata Lebih Pintar
Studi: Manusia Gua Ternyata Lebih Pintar , para paleontolog mengatakan bahwa mereka menemukan sebilah pisau di sebuah gua di Afrika Selatan, yang membuktikan bahwa jenis manusia awal tersebut tingkat berpikirnya sudah cukup maju, karena sudah bisa membuat alat dari batu sekitar 71 ribu …
Women are main guardians of crucial livestock diversity
Women are main guardians of crucial livestock diversity New study argues that to succeed, breed conservation efforts must empower women Woman with indigenous cattle in East Africa. 5 November 2012, Rome – Women livestock keepers worldwide must be recognized as the major …
US increases funding to combat influenza and emerging disease threats
US increases funding to combat influenza and emerging disease threats Continued partnership will strengthen countries’ preparedness, surveillance and response Some countries are still facing sporadic outbreaks of bird flu. 29 October 2012, Rome – FAO’s commitment to fight emerging disease threats in “hotspot” regions …
