Airlines contribute 5.7m tonnes of waste each year
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The waste volume from airlines could double in the next ten years.
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Scientists produce vodka from crops in Chernobyl
Scientists want to produce the artisan vodka from Chernobyl and give 75 percent of profits back to the affected community.
Implications of the mass import of soybeans into China studied
A new study has looked into the wider consequences of the recent mass importation of soybeans into China.
Uplift in prime cattle hitting market specifications seen
Farmers are recognising the financial benefits of getting cattle away sooner and focusing on processor specifications.
BMPA responds to NFU pound-for-pound meat marketing call
The BMPA has issued a statement saying it would welcome a meeting involving everyone in the supply chain.
New course can increase understanding of sustainable livestock production
A new course will help participants understand how global livestock production can be made more sustainable.
Oh my cod, the chips are down for one of the UK’s favourite dishes
Over-fishing and climate change have not only caused the price of cod to increase but could mean it disappears altogether by 2050.
Industrial hemp market to be dominated by North America
Despite unfavorable lawsuits about growing industrial hemp in the US, North America will command the industrial hemp market.
New methodological approach developed for food analysis
Scientists have developed a new methodology that could simplify and accelerate the quality control of food.
Food industry asks for Brexit no-deal competition waiver
The UK food industry has requested from the government that it waive aspects of competition law after a no-deal Brexit.
Allergy alert issued on whitefish pate
An allergy alert has been issued on undeclared eggs, soy, and anchovies in Door County Whitefish Smoked Whitefish Pate.
Levy called for all calorie-dense processed foods
Companies making processed foods with excessive calories should be taxed, says Action on Sugar and Action on Salt.
Amazon reviews and AI used to predict product recalls
Researchers have taught a 'deep-learning' AI to predict food product recalls from Amazon reviews.
EU buyers are not committing to UK meat due to no-deal fears
BMPA warns that EU buyers considering purchasing British meat are being confronted with risks which they are not prepared to take.
Powdered flavouring recalled due to undeclared milk
Lemon 50 has been recalled after it was discovered that several units tested positive for the presence of milk.
