Chili seeds that passed through birds before taking root were stripped of predator-attracting chemicals and pathogenic fungi--which upped the seeds' survival rate versus undigested ones. Christopher ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — In Hawaiʻi, growing chili peppers can be as much about navigating its unique environment as it is about the flavors they bring to your kitchen. Dr. Nat Bletter, ethnobotanist and ...

If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Step 1: Toast the cumin seeds in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes ...

In August, Wahid, a farmer in Pakistan's Pakpattan District, celebrated a bumper chili harvest. This marks the third year he has cultivated chilies using seeds and technology imported from China. "My ...

AMES, Iowa – If you’ve enjoyed some spicy food lately, you might have a bird to thank. Organisms depend on each other in intricate and often poorly understood ways, Rogers said, meaning the decline of ...

What happens to Pueblo chile seeds when they go to space? A group of students at Pueblo Community College will soon find out. The project is part of the school’s STEM Career and Tech program and is ...