In a world that often equated power with extravagance, Pope Francis stood apart. His reign was marked not by opulence but by a quiet rebellion against it — a life built on simplicity, reflection, and the small, deliberate joys that defined his spirit. Now, even as the Vatican’s grand halls mourn his passing, it is...
On a quiet morning in March 2025, a jury in Georgia delivered a thunderclap verdict: $2.1 billion in damages against Bayer AG, the German pharmaceutical and agrochemical giant, over claims that its flagship weedkiller, Roundup, had caused cancer in a longtime user. It wasn’t the first verdict. It likely won’t be the last. But it...
First, some news! We have just launched a plant haven – Plant Families. It’s a botanical journey unlike any other, full of an enchanting array of plants that span the spectrum of nature’s beauty, from exotic flora to essential crops. Discover insights into cultivation, care, and the remarkable stories behind each plant, as we celebrate...
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who also doubles as the agriculture minister, has ordered a price cap on rice in the country, effective immediately. The price ceiling for regular milled rice is set at 41 Philippine pesos ($0.72) per kilogram, while well-milled rice is capped at 45 pesos ($0.79) per kilogram. The price cap was...
Dungeness crab business is losing out in Oregon after the fisheries authorities imposed restrictions on fishing to safeguard the endangered humpback whales from accidental entrapment. On August 4, 2023, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission selected to indefinitely extend the fishing moratorium that was originally slated to end this summer. The Oregon Dungeness crab market...
The US lobster season is in full swing after Florida opened its fishing waters this summer. There are more happenings including the growing love for rock lobsters (spiny lobsters), the rarity of the blue lobster and the discovery of a new way to harvest shellfish as soon as they molt in Taiwan. The gulf stream...
Americans crave some foods more than others, especially processed foods. The typical American spends $1200 yearly on processed foods such as these next five snacks that top the list of foods that Americans love most. 1. Burrito Bowl This Mexican delight is, according to diverse sources compiled by Readers Digest, the hallmark of all American...
Sweet potatoes are a versatile ingredient that can be used to make a variety of snacks and beverages, such as chips, fries, smoothies, and juices. This trend is being driven by the increasing demand for healthy and convenient snacks and beverages. By the way, Selina Wamucii is currently accepting bulk orders for top quality sweet...
As of 2022, the value of the global Mango Puree market had reached about US$ 1. 31 Billion and is expected to grow to US$ 2. 73 Billion by 2029- representing a CAGR of 11.06 %. Yogurt and beverages are the two major products that are driving the growth of the mango puree market: For...
Crab prices in the United States have been declining in recent months, due to a combination of factors including increased supply, decreased demand, and rising inflation. As of July 2023, snow crab prices are down by about 60% from their peak in January 2022. US exports of crab have also been declining in recent years,...