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Bananas facing devastating pandemic
Scientists battle to find a solution as Tropical Race 4 threatens the beloved banana's existence.
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Aleph Farms shoots for meat making on the moon
Innovative meat cultivation company, Aleph Farms, has launched a pioneering R&D programme that aims to produce real meat steaks in the remotest parts of the world…and even space.
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WFP Executive Director pleads for continued vital support
Following unprecedented aid from world nations to fend off hunger and support poorer economies, WFP Executive Director David Beasley outlines why we’re not out of the woods yet.
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Report identifies top five cultured meat companies
A new report from Cambridge-based IDTechEx has identified the world’s top five cultured meat companies. Here, New Food outlines their efforts to produce ‘green’ and ethical meat products that could potentially revolutionise the food industry.
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Can CBD help treat health conditions or is it the placebo effect?
The popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD) has surged, not just in the food and beverage industry, but across many other sectors, due to consumer beliefs that it can help treat certain aliments and illnesses. But many are questioning these claims, suggesting further investigation over CBD’s effects and perceived benefits are required.
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Mycotoxin testing market predicted to grow considerably
The market for mycotoxins testing will witness substantial growth, says Future Market Insights
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World hunger remains big problem, yet obesity is on the rise
Despite obesity increasing, world hunger remains a big problem.
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UK producer leading the way in ethical chocolate
Consumers are becoming more tuned into where and how products are sourced; and one UK producer is said to be leading the way.
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Meat free “meat” manufacturing
The rise of meatless products is being driven by growing environmental and health concerns. How are producers keeping up with demand?
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Winning the war on plastic
Flower & White has beaten the likes of Mars and Nestlé to become the first company in the confectionery sector to move into plastic-free packaging.
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Mondelēz International completes sale of its MEA cheese business
Mondelēz International has completed the sale of its Kraft-branded cheese business in Middle East and Africa (MEA) to Arla Foods.
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GEA signs contract to extend olive oil plant in Saudi Arabia
The order is the second phase of an ongoing project and will enlarge an existing olive oil plant – successfully built in 2016.
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Arla acquires Middle East and Africa Kraft business from Mondeléz International
The deal is set to significantly strengthen Arla’s position in the Middle East and North Africa, giving access to new product categories, new markets and a state-of-the-art production site.
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Conflicts and climatic shocks aggravate current food insecurity in many countries
Southern African and Near East countries continue to require humanitarian assistance, according to a new FAO report
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Qatari firm to import German and Australian cows amid blockade crisis
A food processing company in Qatar will begin importing cows from around the world in a bid to supply 45 per cent of the state's dairy needs.
