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Research reveals untapped potential in Africa’s rice sector
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has claimed there are “major opportunities” for Africa’s rice sector to increase its yield gains through improved agronomic practices.
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Will the Suez Canal Crisis drive more food fraud?
Professor Chris Elliott explains why ongoing unrest in the Middle East could impact food security and prices on faraway shores…
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JBS CEO highlights hunger as top priority for Brazil’s G20 Presidency
Gilberto Tomazoni, JBS’ CEO, emphasises overcoming trade barriers to address hunger, boost productivity, and promote sustainability globally.
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Aldi invests £1.3 billion in British suppliers
Discount supermarket Aldi has announced that it invested an additional £1.3 billion with British suppliers in 2023.
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Brexit controls are finally here after being pushed back five times
Brexit legislation controlling the imports of multiple food and beverage products has come into force today, in a move which some claim will stretch already strained supply chains even further.
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Will food inflation remain high in 2024?
How does IGD think food inflation will fare in the year ahead? And how will implementation of the Border Target Operating Model impact the sector? Find out here…
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Recall Roundup: Moth larvae and pathogens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we list recent recalls from around the world including savoury biscuits being recalled due to the presence of moth larvae.
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EIT Food launches Entrepreneurship applications for 2024
Food innovation giant EIT Food has opened applications for its 2024 entrepreneurship programmes to launch, accelerate and scale impactful agrifood tech startups.
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Harnessing data and AI to improve food quality and safety
Food safety expert Anoek van der Wal discusses the role AI can play in offering more accurate monitoring, enhancing traceability in supply chains, improving efficiency, and product quality.
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Decoding generational preferences in food values, taste and security
The latest Perdue Consumer Food Insights Report has unearthed different generations’ attitudes to food spending.
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$5.2 million grant awarded for onion harvest research
A National Institute of Food and Agriculture-funded project is set to research multiple aspects of the southern US onion harvest system.
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What’s on the menu? Five food trend predictions for 2024
The food and beverage industry is evolving, but what trends will shape the sector in the next 12 months? Find out New Food’s trend predictions here…
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Were food systems just a side dish at COP28?
Dr Lucy Wallace reflects on how the COP28 conference resulted in a landmark deal focusing on climate action but may have fallen short when it comes to transforming food systems.
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Expert predicts AI fuelled “fourth agricultural revolution”
According to a US-based researcher, AI could transform agriculture and help to meet the need for safe, sustainably-produced food for a growing global population.
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Environment Secretary backs “clearer labelling” for British produce
Steve Barclay, Environment Secretary, promises UK Government will “rapidly consult on clearer labelling” to tackle “unfairness created by misleading labelling and protect farmers and consumers”.
