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A few things to consider over your next cup of coffee
Professor Chris Elliott ruminates on the part his morning coffee plays global GHG emissions and asks how we can work with this huge sector to become more sustainable.
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NFU Conference: Moral bankruptcy, food security, and President Eisenhower
New Food Editor Joshua Minchin dissects two important speeches made at the NFU Conference this week, and asks whether we can garner anything meaningful from them.
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Can Africa grow more rice and alleviate food insecurity?
African rice production could be increased hugely without largescale land conversion, a new study claims, easing food insecurity.
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Can mycelium deliver a paradigm shift in the food system?
With today's food system contributing to the planet's environmental woes, Harold H. Schmitz discusses why he believes mycelium should be embraced as one of the few options that “can meet all five requirements of being a paradigm-shifting nutrition source”.
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Method developed to detect PFAS in “under three minutes”
NJIT researchers have claimed that they have developed “one of the fastest and most sensitive approaches yet” to detect PFAS.
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Episode 48: Did COP28 deliver? Part One
In this podcast episode, Josh and Grace speak to Joanna Trewern about whether the recent COP28 conference really delivered for the food sector or if it was merely talking shop.
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Eating smart: Innovating food for health, flavour and the planet
Kerry's Dr Aoife Marie Murphy explains why the food industry must come together to create sustainable nutrition solutions that deliver better nutrition without compromising taste, while minimising negative environmental impact.
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Expert predicts AI fuelled “fourth agricultural revolution”
According to a US-based researcher, AI could transform agriculture and help to meet the need for safe, sustainably-produced food for a growing global population.
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Environment Secretary backs “clearer labelling” for British produce
Steve Barclay, Environment Secretary, promises UK Government will “rapidly consult on clearer labelling” to tackle “unfairness created by misleading labelling and protect farmers and consumers”.
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The future of food lies in the hands of food science and technology
Professor Chris Elliott reflects on recent events in Thailand and explains why he is filled with optimism for the future…
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A new chapter for cocoa: Nestlé’s Income Accelerator Programme
Exploring cocoa supply chain sustainability, Simone Kleinau from Nestlé Deutschland took to the stage at Food Ingredients Europe to share how the company’s Income Accelerator Programme supports cocoa farmers and their families.
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Research reveals microplastic contamination in aquatic species
Researchers have warned that “all aquatic species in the river mouths flowing into the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean are contaminated with microplastics”.
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Shaping the future: Five takeaways from Food Integrity Global 2023
With a month having passed since Food Integrity Global, Grace Galler reflects on the key takeaways from the two day conference and shares how the sector came together to discuss some of the most prevalent concerns in the industry right now.
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Waste not, want not: Rethinking food waste
Addressing the global issue of food waste, Mathilde Chatin explores innovative solutions, from consumer awareness and donations to repurposing waste for animal feed and bio-fertilisers.
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New DEFRA Secretary appointed amid major government changes
Steve Barclay has been appointed as the new Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs following Thérèse Coffey stepping down.
