BTI pangenome may lead to tastier, heartier tomatoes
Researchers from Boyce Thompson Institute have collected the genome sequences of 725 different wild tomato types to create a pangenome, which will help breeders develop better strains. Read more
Future cartons will track milk from farm to fridge
Cornell food scientists are designing the milk carton of the future that will give consumers precise “best by” dates and improve sustainability by reducing food waste. Read more
UV light may be ripe to replace chemicals in fungal fight
A team of researchers led by Cornell AgriTech’s David Gadoury has spent the last five years refining the science and applied technology behind using ultraviolet (UV) light to kill the fungi that cause powdery mildew. This year, the team will work with leading growers and extension divisions across the US to conduct nearly 20 trials with numerous crops. Read more
LeafByte app measures damage from chomping insects
A free, open-source mobile app now lets everyone from plant researchers to gardeners and farmers know exactly how much damage insect pests cause when they chomp on leaves. Read more
Produce Safety Alliance aims to demystify complex agriculture water rules
To ensure the safety of fresh fruits and vegetables for consumers, Cornell’s Produce Safety Alliance helps to explain complex federal food safety rules and assess agricultural water use. Read more
The sky’s the limit for Cornell’s new Galaxy Suite grape tomato varieties
Phillip Griffiths, associate professor of plant breeding and genetics at Cornell AgriTech, has released a collection of organic grape tomato varieties that are pretty, profitable and pack a culinary punch. Read more
Cornell model helps dairy farms reduce nitrogen, save money
Waterways might grow cleaner, thanks to improvements in the Cornell Net Carbohydrate and Protein System, a dairy nutrition model. Read more