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WFP Executive Director pleads for continued vital support

21 September 2020 | By Mandy Parrett (New Food)

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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Gene editing could improve productivity traits in water buffalo

21 September 2020 | By Mandy Parrett (New Food)

New research has highlighted the potential for gene editing to replicate desirable characteristics in water buffalo, a key livestock in many Asian countries.

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Managing microbiological safety and quality of low moisture foods and ingredients

ON-DEMAND | By Thermo Fisher Scientific

This webinar will present the audience with an overview of the microbiological challenges the Dairy and Chocolate industry face when manufacturing low moisture foods.

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Nespresso makes big sustainability commitment

18 September 2020 | By Mandy Parrett (New Food)

In a bold claim from one of the largest names in the coffee industry, Nespresso has announced that every cup of its coffee will be carbon neutral by the year 2022.

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Localising America’s food supply is feasible…to a point

18 September 2020 | By Mandy Parrett (New Food)

A university modelling study has identified that large areas of the United States could provide sufficient food for local citizens, depending on varying diets.

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Sweden acts to reduce antibiotic overuse in livestock

16 September 2020 | By Mandy Parrett (New Food)

Swedish organisation Axfoundation has developed a document designed to ensure responsible animal husbandry and reduce the unnecessary use of antibiotics in livestock.

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Elite cattle breeding could improve food production

16 September 2020 | By Bethan Grylls (New Food)

For the first time, male pigs, cattle and goats have been created which produce only desired genetic traits.

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As California burns, so does our winter lettuce

15 September 2020 | By Dr. Sylvain Charlebois

As the fall approaches, the California fires could affect our food supply in Canada for the coming months. Like the labour issues affecting farmers this summer domestically, this is certainly not good news.

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Plant-based diets to positively impact carbon levels

15 September 2020 | By Mandy Parrett (New Food)

Choosing plant-based proteins over meat and dairy products could significantly reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere, according to a recent study.

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Five ways to improve global food systems

9 September 2020 | By Bethan Grylls (New Food)

A series of “action tracks” led by global experts have been announced as part of 2021's UN Food Systems Summit.

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FAO members call for closer collaboration to transform food systems

7 September 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food)

FAO member countries have joined others from across the food system to call for closer collaboration and a focus on innovation to end food insecurity and hunger.

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UK food giants join Rashford to form Child Food Poverty Task Force

3 September 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food)

The Task Force aims to endorse recommendations presented in the National Food Strategy and act as a platform for the more than four million children living in poverty in the UK.

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Unions call on EU ministers to support farmers in next stage of pandemic

2 September 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food)

The Presidents of Copa and Cogeca have stated that food security and support to local farming should be key priorities for EU ministers while the risks of coronavirus are still high.

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Access to food is a human right not a privilege

31 August 2020 | By Jane Mason

Jane Mason explains the consequences of those living in food deserts, the political debate around the phrase, and how teaching could help these communities thrive.

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Shift in crop growing seasons and locations needed to adapt to climate change

26 August 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food)

A Berkeley Lab study has suggested that some popular crops will need to have their growing season and location changed in order to adapt to future temperature and climate change scenarios.

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