Foundation establishes “world’s largest” sustainable food prizes
Two $1 million prizes will be awarded to sustainable and innovative solutions that look to tackle the pressing challenges facing today's global food sector.
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Genome of fish species could offer dietary protein benefits, says study
The vegetarian fish, Cebidichthys violaceus, more commonly known as the monkeyface prickleback, is said to have a digestive system similar to that of humans, rendering it possible to compare its genome.
Project looks to up-cycle production waste from saw palmetto berries
Euromed and Archroma have partnered to up-cycle saw palmetto fruit extraction residues, which is said to focus on the role of waste in growing, harvesting and post-harvest handling in the botanical industry.
EFSA highlights consumer food safety attitudes in pre-accession countries
EFSA has added additional evidence to its Eurobarometer on food safety from Albania, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey, which generates insight on consumer attitudes and knowledge of food safety.
National Farmers Union expresses concerns about UK immigration policy
The President of the National Farmers Union has said that the the recent UK immigration policy fails to “recognise British food and farming’s needs.”
Recall roundup: yoghurt, pudding, lasagne, noodles and chocolate
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
Mediterranean diet can help achieve sustainability goals, says FAO
The traditional Mediterranean diet is said to be widely recognised for its multiple health benefits and low environmental footprint.
Biologists develop new defence in fight against crop infections
University of Toronto biologists have reportedly developed a strategy for protecting crops against pathogens by characterising the global diversity of an important class of pathogen proteins, called effectors.
Report outlines opportunities for Agtech amidst evolving demand
Tech aimed at increasing crop yields through automation and data-driven farming is said to provide a potential route for farmers to address challenges such as rising populations.
FSA publishes latest levels of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in chicken
The two annual surveys tested fresh chicken on sale in the UK, with one looking at certain types of antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) E. coli, and the other at AMR campylobacter. The results are from Year Four of the surveys (2017 to 2018).
Research shows freeze-dried berry powders act as ice cream stabilisers
The research, from the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS), showed that freeze-dried strawberry powder acted as the best berry powder ice cream stabiliser.
Research suggest plant-based diets can decrease heart disease risk
The research from the American College of Cardiology studied women over a 10 year period to track how plant-based diets reduced the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD).
BRC report calls for solutions to UK food retail imports from the EU
Without agreed and well-planned solutions, the report has warned that UK consumers will face higher costs and reduced availability of goods.
Fatty liver disease reduced by green tea extract and exercise
With potential human applications, a study has found that the combination of green tea extract with exercise reduced fatty liver disease in mice.
EU honey producers call for urgent action in the face of market threats
Market threats are said to include poor climatic conditions and cheap honey imports from China.
