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Tesco launches laser-etched avocados
Supermarket giant Tesco has announced that it will be trialling bold laser etching on its extra large avocados in a bid to cut down on plastic.
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Eco-friendly grocery swaps could cut emissions by more than a quarter, new study finds
A new study of the environmental impacts of a country’s food purchasing behaviour has highlighted the positive environmental impact of consumers making simple grocery swaps with like-for-like products.
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Shape the future of the industry at Food Integrity Global 2024
We're delighted to invite you to join us in Amsterdam from 10 September to 11 September 2024 for this year's instalment of Food Integrity Global. Learn more about some of the leading sessions that are due to take place on Day One of our event - including panels on food…
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Will Europeans embrace alternative proteins?
A new study has analysed European consumers' attitudes towards alternative protein food products, including those containing insect protein and seaweed.
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Deforestation-free supply chains are possible but uncommon, outlines new data
A new report has provided the first clear and quantitative look at the extent to which major companies have been able to eliminate deforestation from their supply chains.
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Baileys to trial paper-based packaging
The 2,000-bottle trial by Baileys will test how consumers interact with the material, and how they understand the sustainability credentials of the paper bottle.
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Less than half of Europeans trust in food, says new study
The latest EIT Food Trust Report has found that declining trust in food is likely to be the reason behind consumers making less healthy and sustainable food choices.
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Researchers join forces with chocolate industry to maximise use of cocoa fruit
Efforts are focused on investigating the potential for making maximum use of the cocoa fruit, which would increase the profitability of cocoa cultivation while making chocolate a healthier indulgence.
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Calls made for actionable steps to combat the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance
The AMR Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Platform has developed key recommendations for action on antimicrobial resistance for consideration by UN Member States.
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New tool developed to trace contaminants in mineral phosphate fertilisers
The new study analyses contaminants in global phosphate fertilisers and the impact of such contaminants on soil, water resources and food supply.
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Wanda Fish unveils new cell-cultivated bluefin tuna prototype
Considered the pinnacle of tuna species, bluefin tuna is a costly and unsustainable luxury product. But now, Wanda Fish has unveiled a new alternative with its first cultivated bluefin tuna toro sashimi.
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Consumers value animal welfare more than sustainability, says new study
According to a new study, consumers value information regarding animal welfare, food safety, and health and nutrition more than environmental factors.
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Scientists call for the democratising of global food systems
Experts have stressed the importance of democratising knowledge to transform global food systems, emphasising inclusivity and diverse perspectives.
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Aldi unveils recyclable butter packaging
In a UK supermarket first, discount retailer Aldi has announced that it is rolling out a recyclable wrap packaging on its own-label butter lines.
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New $3.7m lab aims to create climate-resilient crops
The University of Essex has opened a £3.7million plant lab that it claims will support researchers in combatting climate change and create crops for “tomorrow’s atmosphere today”.
