Using Raman to identify the adulteration of coconut water
16 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Due to the recent surge in popularity, coconut water is prone to adulteration, especially as demand seems to be higher than supply.
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Oil palm plantations: a threat to the environment?
16 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
As demand continues to increase, many predict expansion will occur in Africa, where habitats of many species, such as primates, are at risk.
Blocking the sun will not prevent crop damage from global warming
14 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
"It's a bit like performing an experimental surgery; the side-effects of treatment appear to be as bad as the illness."
High seas fisheries play limited role in feeding the world
13 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
"Only a handful of countries are fishing in the high seas and the fish they catch are not feeding those most in need."
NFU warns Britain could run out of food after a hard Brexit
9 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
The report suggests that, should the nation be fed solely on British food from the beginning of the year, supplies would run bare by the 7th August.
‘Payment by Results’ pilot scheme given green light
7 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
“I am delighted to extend this scheme and look forward to seeing further evidence of its success as we plan for our future outside the EU," said Michael Gove.
Latvia proposes plastic bag ban
6 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
By 1st January 2025 plastic carrier bag packaging at sales outlets should be replaced by cardboard, paper or other natural fibre and bio-plastic materials.
New slippery packaging for condiments could cut food waste
6 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Along with minimising food waste, with a better design the new packaging will have improved consumer satisfaction and comfort.
European Commission offers support to European farmers facing drought
3 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
The two measures described are part of the plan to aid farmers in feeding and taking care of their livestock, and with the production of crops.
Could GM fed salmon be more nutritious than non-GM fed salmon?
2 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Omega-3 levels have declined in recent years, and this study may help return omega-3 levels in farmed fish to those from over a decade ago.
Kraft Heinz announces 100 per cent sustainable packaging plans
2 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Company says it has exceeded its target reduction of the weight of its global packaging by 50,000 metric tonnes.
£3 million invested to help UK farmers reduce ammonia emissions
1 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
DEFRA has issued the guidance and has provided a package of financial and technical advice to help farmers reduce emissions.
Crab shells and tree fibres could replace plastic food packaging
24 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
The material showed up to a 67 per cent reduction in oxygen permeability over some forms of polyethylene terephthalate (PTT).
Canned drink sales on the up
23 July 2018 | By New Food
Canned drinks are seeing significant growth in the UK market, according to the latest Nielsen research revealed today by the Can Makers.
Scottish honey samples needed for national monitoring project
18 July 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
With over 2000 amateur and 30 large-scale bee farms in Scotland, the scientists aim to archive hundreds of samples from each region and type of habitat, adding to samples from around the UK.
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