Experimental approaches to study seed dispersal of the Brazil nut tree have hitherto relied on exposed seeds deposited on the forest floor. Here we use a new method to study the natural dispersal by ...

The Indigenous Zoró people in the Brazilian Amazon have struck a balance between generating income and keeping their forest standing, thanks to the Brazil nut. They harvest the fruit and sell it ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. Researchers are developing solutions to help Brazil nut collectors in the Amazon Rainforest reduce the physical toll of the trade. These include ...

The significant decline in genetic diversity in the Amazon Basin, following historical events such as European colonisation, deforestation and the extinction of megafauna such as the sloth – the main ...

For each bag of 70 kilograms of nuts (about 154 pounds), which takes about eight hours to fill, a harvester earns the equivalent of about $40 - Copyright AFP/File ...

Brazil nut can feel like a little indulgence with its subtly sweet taste, and creamy crunch but these nutritional powerhouses pack a significant punch. Often touted for their high selenium content, ...

You’ve probably seen them in bowls of mixed nuts at holiday parties. They’re large and oblong, and they stand out from the almonds, peanuts, and pecans. When you crack open their tough, triangular ...

Open a can of mixed nuts, and chances are you’ll find a bunch of Brazil nuts topping the heap—whether that’s a good or bad thing depends on how you feel about Brazil nuts. It’s such a common ...

This story comes from the Institute of Culinary Education, which has campuses in New York City and Los Angeles, as well as online programs. Proteins are crucial to the body’s development, ...