Good week for

Reincarnation for bugs

It has long been known that insects are an excellent source of protein for humans and animals, but a new scientific paper claims the discarded exoskeletons from insects farmed as aqua feed ingredients could protect crops from pests

Golden oldies

Paul Mccartney will be the oldest ever headliner for the Glastonbury Festival in Somerset. The other headliners are Billie Eilish (the youngest ever) and Kendrick Lamar

New spice

A nutmeg tree in the Rainforest Biome at the Eden Project, Cornwall, is bearing fruit, which could be a UK first

Shaggy-dog stories

The Old English Sheepdog has been removed from the Kennel Club’s list of vulnerable breeds, after a 66% increase in puppy registrations in 2021

Crop management

AI technology can be used to predict the appearance of fields under clouds, finds Cornish start-up Aspia Space. The innovation could help farmers decide where and when to sow seed or apply fertiliser

Exploring history

Excavations on the site of a new Forest Green Rovers eco park and football stadium in Gloucestershire have unearthed 10 skeletons, plus coins, pottery and jewellery dating to the Roman or post-roman period