We urgently need a new social discourse on breeding technologies, says expert
An Agricultural Economist Professor has argued that fears about plant breeding technologies could be resolved through clearer discourse at an authority level.
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Scientists use bacteria to increase crop yield in salty soil
Soil salinity is increasing across the globe, which not only reduces water uptake for crops but can often create a nutrient imbalance that decreases plant growth and yield.
European spirits sector joins Close the Glass Loop initiative
spiritsEUROPE companies and national association members will cooperate with the national glass value chains across Europe to improve the collection and recycling of glass packaging.
General Mills commits to 100 percent renewable electricity globally by 2030
To achieve this goal, the company is investing in renewable energy efforts to support the company’s environmental objectives.
New DNA test could improve tracking of Salmonella outbreaks
The test may rapidly and sensitively distinguish subtypes of Salmonella, making its origin easier to track, the Journal of Molecular Diagnostics has reported.
Pea, canola, oat and chickpea plant proteins poised for rapid growth
Analysis form Lux Research has suggested that traditional crops harvested for plant protein benefits - such as soy, wheat, and rice - will be replaced by "up-and-comers" such as pea, canola, oat and chickpea.
The FSA has failed to support CBD industry during COVID-19, claims CTA
The Association argued that the FSA has failed to acknowledge that most CTA members have continued to trade to the general public with highly discounted cannabinoid preparations in order to maintain the health and wellbeing of the population.
Investors at risk as food retailers fail to disclose food waste emissions, says report
Think tank Planet Tracker has argued that failure to disclose food loss and waste-related emissions exposes investors to financial risk.
Acceptance of cultured meat increases with information
As an emerging food technology, one of the main challenges cultured meat faces is said to be consumer acceptance, which this study suggests is combated through providing sufficient information.
Coalition calls for mega-dairy emissions to be included in Oregon plan
Despite repeated requests for action, mega-dairy emissions have never been meaningfully addressed in any policy solutions for climate change in Oregon, according to the coalition.
Improving photosynthesis key to future of food security, say researchers
Australian researchers have suggested that in order to ensure food security in the future, we must act now to optimise the process of photosynthesis and double the production of some major crops.
Food industry urged to look beyond ‘best before’ dates
Approved Food and WRAP have called on the food industry not to throw away food because of 'best before' dates, claiming that consumable food often lasts beyond the label.
Better On-The-Job Training with Digital One Point Lessons
Improve procedures and standards with digital One Point Lessons on the shop floor. Eliminate paper training tools and gain the edge in Industry 4.0.
IIR publishes Note on The Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide Nutrition
The Informatory Note aims to demonstrate the role that cold chains can play in improving global food security.
Industry launches new guidelines on using recycled content in packaging
The industry coalition, which includes the FDF, has launched the guidance to help policymakers better understand sector-specific issues by answering FAQs about using recycled content in packaging.
