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UK gin and whisky at serious risk
Invasive pathogens have threatened the UK's gin and whisky industry, but there is hope...
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US concerned over Covid-inflamed national security problem
Across the globe, populations are experiencing major food security issues as a result of the Covid pandemic, but a new report highlights the consequences for national security.
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Noticed your grocery bill seems to be getting higher? Here’s why
Every month, Statistics Canada reminds us that life is getting more expensive. But for food, the situation has been unique over the last few decades.
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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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Localising America’s food supply is feasible…to a point
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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Will breadfruit be the new global trend?
As a more nutritious and sustainable alternative to wheat, researchers suggest breadfruit might be the next superfood.
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Brexit: Four years to prepare and still no sign of firm plans…
Proposed procedures for importing and exporting of goods are “convoluted, expensive and will seriously hamper trade with other countries”, says BMPA.
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As California burns, so does our winter lettuce
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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Three in 10 Brits favour organic food
A survey from YouGov investigates the buying habits of UK organic consumers vs the rest of the British public.
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PepsiCo and USAID partner to empower women in agriculture
USAID and PepsiCo will each invest an initial $5 million to jumpstart the programme, which will support women-owned small- and medium-enterprises to improve the resiliency of rural farming communities in Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.
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Germany confirms case of African Swine Fever
Wild boar in Germany have been infected with ASF, potentially causing significant disruption to global pork market.
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Five ways to improve global food systems
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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Brexit issues must be urgently addressed for meat sector, says BMPA
Unless a number of key issues are urgently addressed, £1.2 billion of annual meat exports will be at risk along with thousands of jobs in the meat and livestock sector, according to BMPA.
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International sales of English wine double in one year
Compared to 3.2 million in 2018, it is estimated that 5.5 million bottles of English wine were sold in 2019, and international sales accounted for 10 percent of this.
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China’s food security could have harsh consequences on UK
As China deals with the impacts of covid and rural flooding, food prices are set to rise, opening up opportunities for fraudsters.
