Elephants, snakes and crocodiles? Researchers around the globe faced risky situations to gather wild relatives of key foods. That genetic pool could be vital to helping crops adapt to climate change, says Maria Godoy with The Salt.

Irradiation could kill the bacteria and molds that cause mayhem to food markets, according to Jack DeWitt at AgDaily.

Avocado is on more menus than ever. Check out the rapid rise in consumption of pineapples, grapes and strawberries, too.

How much time do you spend slaving over a hot stove compared with inching through the fast-food drive-through lane for an extra value meal? 

The mushroom and meat blend trend is taking firm hold at campus eateries.