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Oil palm plantations: a threat to the environment?
As demand continues to increase, many predict expansion will occur in Africa, where habitats of many species, such as primates, are at risk.
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Blocking the sun will not prevent crop damage from global warming
"It's a bit like performing an experimental surgery; the side-effects of treatment appear to be as bad as the illness."
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Global sales of UK food and drink reach record high
With businesses selling their products to over 200 global markets, UK food and drink has shown a clear global desire for British taste, along with the high quality and standards met in the UK.
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High seas fisheries play limited role in feeding the world
"Only a handful of countries are fishing in the high seas and the fish they catch are not feeding those most in need."
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US poultry market gains access to Morocco for first time
In May 2018, agricultural US exports exceeded $12 billion, with initial approximations suggesting that Morocco alone is currently a $10 million market.
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NFU warns Britain could run out of food after a hard Brexit
The report suggests that, should the nation be fed solely on British food from the beginning of the year, supplies would run bare by the 7th August.
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£50m boost for British pork as export market opens in Taiwan
A new agreement that will see British farmers and food producers export pork to Taiwan for the first time is expected to be worth in excess of £50 million over the next five years.
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Competitiveness of food and drink manufacturers hindered by rising costs, says FDF Survey
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) recently published the second of its new quarterly business confidence surveys, which reveals that more than three quarters of manufacturers expect input prices to rise in the remainder of 2018.
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‘Payment by Results’ pilot scheme given green light
“I am delighted to extend this scheme and look forward to seeing further evidence of its success as we plan for our future outside the EU," said Michael Gove.
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New slippery packaging for condiments could cut food waste
Along with minimising food waste, with a better design the new packaging will have improved consumer satisfaction and comfort.
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European Commission offers support to European farmers facing drought
The two measures described are part of the plan to aid farmers in feeding and taking care of their livestock, and with the production of crops.
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Could GM fed salmon be more nutritious than non-GM fed salmon?
Omega-3 levels have declined in recent years, and this study may help return omega-3 levels in farmed fish to those from over a decade ago.
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FAO Food Price Index posts sharp drop in July
Global agricultural food commodity prices fell sharply in July, as all the major traded items, led by dairy and sugar, posted notable declines.
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£3 million invested to help UK farmers reduce ammonia emissions
DEFRA has issued the guidance and has provided a package of financial and technical advice to help farmers reduce emissions.
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£9.2 million to help Welsh red meat industry cope with Brexit
The programme will focus on three specific areas: animal health, genetics and meat quality.
