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Global demand for food assessed in new study
Researchers assess the range of future global food security projections to 2050, using a study that focuses on the two major food security indicators.
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Small fisheries pose biggest bycatch threat to dolphins says new study
The scientists behind the study do however acknowledge that this is not an easy issue for the fishing industry to fix, and have recognised that conservations efforts must be “realistic”.
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Biodiversity crucial to human nutrition study finds
A decline in biodiversity could have a damaging nutritional effect on populations dependent on fish according to a new study of the Peruvian Amazon.
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Kerry open new taste facility in Mexico
The new Kerry facility will help the company achieve its ambitious climate goals, including its aim to bring sustainable nutrition to two billion people by 2030.
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FSA compares international meat production methods
Rick Mumford, Head of Science, Evidence and Research at the Food Standards Agency (FSA) discusses a newly published report into meat production processes in the UK and other countries worldwide.
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Dragon fruit – a majestic appearance and health benefits to match
Introducing the eye catching dragon fruit - a delight to our senses and health alike, as Tania Dey explains.
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Brazilian exports to UK and EU flourish as coffee trade booms
Exports from Brazil to the UK and EU have seen significant growth, as coffee in particular sees a rise in exports of more than $100m, thanks to a bumper harvest.
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Carbon labelling: the focus shifts from calories to climate
Susan Brownlow explains why carbon labelling is important to consumers and outlines some of the barriers to widespread adoption.
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Beef industry could cut emissions with land management strategies
New research suggests Brazil in particular could benefit from field management strategies, which could “drastically” reduce GHG emissions.
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Colombia’s lowlands facing coffee drought say researchers
Significant portions of Colombia could become unsuitable for coffee production according to new research, with farmers facing the prospect of relocation to continue growing the crop.
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Could coffee pulp hold the key to regenerating forests?
Researchers from Switzerland and Hawai`i claim they have found a way to use coffee pulp to boost the regeneration of forests destroyed as a result of agricultural processes.
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Brazilians beat Brits when it comes to adopting healthy eating habits
Respondents from both countries are reducing their carb consumption in a trend seen across five surveyed nations, as low-carb and keto diets gain popularity.
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Brazil’s biodiversity and technology focus will drive trade with the UK
Global food expert Marcos Fava Neves explains why Brazil is well-placed to become a key trading partner with the UK when it comes to providing sustainable and competitively priced food.
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The making of a superfood? The key relationship at the heart of kefir
Research teams from around the world have been investigating how kefir is made and how can it be made more appealing for consumers.
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I’ll take my mussels with a side of microplastic
According to researchers from Germany, the microplastics found in the popular mollusc could be an indicator of how polluted the oceans are around them.
