Tag: Birdseed

In 2015, a new, hairless variety of canary seed was granted Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for human consumption, a designation distinguishing it from traditional birdseed. This approval introduced a novel, nutritious, and gluten-free cereal grain to the food market.

In the United States, the word 'Milo' can refer to two completely different products: a major agricultural crop and a chocolate malt beverage. This dual identity means the question 'what is Milo used for in the US?' has two very distinct answers.

Botanically, a sunflower seed is not a true seed but a cypsela, a dry, single-seeded fruit. This technical detail aside, the popular snack known as a sunflower seed has several other names, especially when processed or categorized by type, with "sunflower kernel" being the most common alternative. Understanding these names can help you navigate different recipes, products, and even bird feeders more effectively.