Sweden acts to reduce antibiotic overuse in livestock
Swedish organisation Axfoundation has developed a document designed to ensure responsible animal husbandry and reduce the unnecessary use of antibiotics in livestock.
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Elite cattle breeding could improve food production
For the first time, male pigs, cattle and goats have been created which produce only desired genetic traits.
Plant-based diets to positively impact carbon levels
Choosing plant-based proteins over meat and dairy products could significantly reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere, according to a recent study.
UK-wide consultation into dairy sector contracts comes to an end
Farmers and dairy producers across the UK consulted on new, fairer conditions for their milk contracts.
Food and beverage industry resists measures to tackle NCDs
Research has highlighted reticence from the global food and beverage industry to fully get behind public health guidance aimed at tackling NCDs.
Recall roundup: undeclared allergens in the UK and US pose potential problems
Here’s our latest recall roundup, showing the latest key recalls from North America and the UK.
WHO trans fat plan has protected over 3 billion people
Despite this unmitigated success, the vast majority of countries that experience heart coronary disease due to trans fats have far failed to eliminate the ingredient.
Three in 10 Brits favour organic food
A survey from YouGov investigates the buying habits of UK organic consumers vs the rest of the British public.
India must stop misusing antibiotics in dairy sector, according to CSE report
The CSE has expressed concern over antibiotic misuse by the world’s biggest milk producer, India, and says urgent and collaborative action must be taken.
PepsiCo and USAID partner to empower women in agriculture
USAID and PepsiCo will each invest an initial $5 million to jumpstart the programme, which will support women-owned small- and medium-enterprises to improve the resiliency of rural farming communities in Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.
Mould: the new ‘clean label’?
A study has reported that respondents preferred signs of 'naturalness' such as mould and were suspicious of foods treated to guarantee lengthy shelf lives.
MIT food sensor could help prevent E.Coli outbreaks and alleviate food waste
A team from MIT has designed a colorimetric sensor that can spot signs of food spoilage and contamination.
Germany confirms case of African Swine Fever
Wild boar in Germany have been infected with ASF, potentially causing significant disruption to global pork market.
UMD awarded grant to identify cattle genes responsible for disease resistance
Researchers will be able to capitalise on the data to make strides in the genetic understanding and ultimate prevention of cattle diseases that have not been feasible with smaller datasets.
Generation Z is not ready to accept cultured meat, finds Australian study
The researchers noted that the participants had several concerns relating to cultured meat, including an anticipated taste or disgust, health and safety, and whether it is a more sustainable option.
