Scientists sequence the genome of basmati rice
Reading the basmati genome is said to provide clues for growing drought-tolerant and bacteria-resistant rice.
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Ecuador adopts National Tuna Action Plan
The Plan aims to adopt clearer strategies for preserving the sustainability and traceability of tuna fish through methods such as the promotion of scientific research and education.
Plant-rich diet protects mice against foodborne infection, researchers find
Researchers have found that mice on a pectin-enriched diet had about 100 times less bacteria in the cecum compared to mice on a typical diet, reducing their susceptibility to foodborne illnesses.
Iceland trial to reduce fresh produce plastic packaging by 93 percent
The trial, which was launched in 33 stores, is expected to remove seven tonnes of plastic from Iceland's supply chain.
Report analyses the future of sustainability in the dairy industry
The report indicates that there is an urgent need for further cross-sector collaboration in order for the dairy industry to develop sustainably and ethically.
Opening more supermarkets could reduce food waste, according to study
According to research from the Cornell University SC Johnson College of Business, opening more supermarkets could see less food being spoiled as people purchase food more frequently in smaller quantities.
FoodDrinkEurope outlines industry contribution to become deforestation-free
FoodDrinkEurope has published a contribution letter which outlines how the EU food and beverage industry is contributing to becoming deforestation-free, including future plans and commitments.
Sales of toddler milk rise in US, despite expert health warnings
Although health and nutrition experts have warned that these products can contain elevated levels of sugar and sodium, the rise in sales is due to an increase of advertising, according to researchers from the University of Connecticut.
Cypriot cheese producers win back trademark protection for ‘halloumi’
The grant certification mark will grant Cypriot farmers an exclusive right to market their cheeses using the 'halloumi' description.
Post-Brexit trade could see US genetically modified food enter the UK
In a speech at the Old Royal Naval College, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has hinted at the possibility of allowing genetically modified food to enter the UK from the US, with campaigners arguing this could pose a health risk to the UK public.
Researchers find solution to prevent salmonellosis in raw eggs
The decontaminated eggs were found by chefs, using measurements and acceptability scores, to have no significant difference in their quality or performance as an ingredient when compared with non-treated eggs.
FDA releases Small Entity Compliance Guide on labelling final rule
The guide aims to help packaged food manufacturers meet the federal standard requirements of the 2016 labelling final rule.
Pure alcohol sold per adult falls 3.6 percent post MUP in Scotland
The findings are said to confirm that there was a step change in the average price of alcohol in Scotland immediately following the implementation of Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP).
Guide launched to help businesses with cold store safety challenges
The guide sets out the risks, compliance requirements and best practice measures throughout a cold store business, including the cold store itself, refrigerated equipment, battery charging areas and docking areas.
£1.15 million Defra funding to help tackle UK food waste
The grants are said to be the latest step in the government’s drive to reduce food waste in the UK by 20 percent by 2025 and form part of a wider £15 million scheme to specifically address surplus food from the retail and manufacturing sectors.
