Category: Voices of Agriculture

Voices of Agriculture

Technological Advances in the Agricultural Equipment Industry

Farm machinery is rapidly shifting from automation to autonomy, integrating GPS, AI, and data systems. At Agritechnica, trends were clear: more robots, global participation, and China’s growing role in high-tech ag. Full autonomy isn’t here yet, but the future is coming fast.

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Voices of Agriculture

Ultra-Processed Foods at the Crossroads

Once a scientific classification, “ultra-processed” now sparks controversy—often condemning nutrient-rich foods alongside indulgent ones. Regulators seek a clear definition to guide policy and public health.

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Rethinking the Safety of Low-Moisture Foods: Lessons from Wheat Flour

For decades, low-moisture foods such as wheat, flour, nuts, and spices were regarded as “microbiologically safe” because of their low moisture content. This attribute has led to a general confidence that these products are low-risk foods (Jung & Harris, 2022). However, recent outbreaks and recalls, which were previously unexpected, tell a different story: low does not mean no.

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