Avocado production in South Africa has expanded markedly since the industry’s humble beginnings over 80 years ago. From a small grove planted in 1938 in what was then Nelspruit, the industry has ...

You would have heard about many nutritional properties of the foods that we will talk about in this slideshow But the very ...

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The Puerto Rican magnolia is an evergreen tree that can reach 82 feet in cloud forests. It is often found balancing on peaks in volcanic environments that receive lots of water. Its rather rare ...

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"In alpine and subarctic environments, flies are the primary pollinator," López-Uribe said. "This study shows us that we have entire regions that could lose their primary pollinator as the climate ...

Native plants also provide a home and food for many pollinator species, such as bees and butterflies. Pollinators are important for food security, and research has found that even a small patch of ...

diminishing habitat and climate change take their toll on the beloved pollinator. Here’s what to know: The survey began in 1997 Monarch butterflies, known for their distinctive orange-and-black ...

Whether you’re planting in your yard, on a windowsill, or in a public space, you can help create more bird-friendly habitats with native plants. Find the best plants for your area (and where to get ...