A brightly-colored fungus found only on Hawaiian lava flows might be the most powerful aphrodisiac ever discovered.

The demand for gasoline in the United States reached a new high in March with an average of 9.3 million barrels of gasoline being produced per day.

Several environmental organizations join forces to launch a new campaign urging the federal government to adopt a fuel efficiency goal of 60mpg by 2025.

Are gas prices making you want to pull your hair out? CNN's Ali Velshi explains why we're to blame for high gas prices.

No, a state senator cannot single-handedly take down Big Oil. That only happens in Frank Capra movies. In real life, the petroleum giants always get their way.

The Republican presidential candidate from Minnesota thinks she has the magic touch for lowering prices at the pump.

The USDA has updated its planting-zones map for the first time in 22 years, reflecting a warmer U.S. where many southern crops are expanding north.

The outgoing USDA deputy secretary receives a heartfelt letter signed by Alice Waters, Marisa Tomei, Robyn O’Brien and many more.

New dietary guidelines put a limit on added sugar, and changed their tune on dietary cholesterol. Good news for egg lovers.

A new report from Climate Central finds that most of the overflow was caused by coastal flooding, which was made worse by rising sea levels.

The mission aims to track the potential impact of methane and carbon dioxide emissions on climate change.

From N.H. to Nova Scotia, Ancient forests emerge only during rare periods of extreme low tide.

Actress and animal advocate Natalie Portman adjusts her vegetarian diet due to 'dairy cravings.' Portman, who recently won a Best Actress Oscar for 'Black Swan,

A newly published study finds that there may be dangerous levels of arsenic in some baby formulas.

Actress and healthy living author is sourcing stories from other mothers for her new book "The Kind Mama."

Silverstone hopes to connect vegan moms who have extra breastmilk to share with others in need.

Have you ever tasted jarred baby food? It isn’t that good. So why feed it to your little one?

Hampton Creek does two things, vegan mayonnaise and cookie dough, and it does them well.

Is the idea behind Swipe & Feed smartphone/baby bottle combo genius or ridiculous?

A design firm best known for its repurposed cardboard creations tries its hand at small-scale adaptive reuse with absolutely gorgeous results.

Explaining this his car 'doesn't need its own little home,' a homeowner converts his garage into a cottage and rents out his main house.

The flower flower motif-stamped Los Angeles masterpiece is set to reopen as a museum following renovations.

Here's a small birthday tribute to Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the "great-souled" man who was born 148 years ago today. It's a poignant way to celebrate the man

The island country is currently experiencing a harrowing seasonal infestation of the Malagasy migratory locust.

Is sugar itself really evil? Or are we just eating way too much of it? MNN's health writer walks you through sugar's nutrition facts and offer...

Video: Historical films and field work reveal more about endangered Native American language.

Video: Below the surface, thousands of marine creatures are still in danger from the Gulf oil disaster.

Find out when it's best to shell out your cash in exchange for tickets.

These well-educated believers have positive views of science but selectively reject certain theories that conflict with their religious beliefs.

Reconnect with the wild in these magic Celtic gardens.

The annual Olvera Street blessing of the animals was held on March 31 in Los Angeles.

The ancient Romans saw 'Pluto's Gate' in what is now modern-day Pamukkale in Turkey as the entrance to the underworld. Now we know how it worked.

Should we care that Obama's Presidential Limo will get single digit miles per gallon?

A consensus is emerging in support of a price floor for gasoline, but getting it through Congress may be difficult. And will Obama expend capital on the idea?

With gas prices nearing 5-year lows, sales trends for small and large cars are reversing.

From soothing sore throats and upset stomachs to fighting hiccups and diabetes, the health benefits of apple cider vinegar go beyond fold remedies.

Craig Henderson drove his Avion from Canada to Mexico on one tank of gas.

Pike Research forecasts huge boost in NGV market — but there will only be 26,000 natural gas refueling stations worldwide.

The latest Nissan Leaf commercial examines what life would be like if everything was powered by gasoline.

Don't let bucolic images of small, locally owned farms cloud your judgment. Our blogger says do your homework and buy local when you can.

5 reasons to buy organic, despite the Stanford study. A new study finds that organic food is not nutritionally superior. So is it worth the higher price? I say

Multi-university project asks how organic farmers can control these pests and protect their crops.

Shanghai's largest organic farm branches out into the hospitality industry. The first step? Constructing a visitors center from over 70 shipping containers.

Agriculture Department's deputy secretary has been a champion of local and organic foods, farm-to-school programs and more.

'Betting The Farm' tells the story of a group of organic milk farmers called MOO Milk is struggling to keep their small operations alive.

Fruit flies live longer and lay more eggs when they eat organic food, according to a study published by university researchers and an ambitious Texas teenager.

After graduating from college, Daniel Mays followed his heart back to the land and has been working to build his own small organic farm up here in Maine.

The small Maine-based co-op, which has struggled to gain a hold in the marketplace, received $3 million in much-need investment.

44 different types of organic herbs and vegetables are growing in the middle of Chicago's busy international airport.

This diverse magazine covers it all. When discussing goats, topics covered included recipes, raising them, their manure and more.