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Seeds launched into space by IAEA and FAO
In the face of climate change, the IAEA and FAO have launched seeds into space to intensify their work in developing new resilient crop varieties.
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How is the bird flu outbreak affecting the UK?
Over the past year, avian influenza outbreaks have erupted over the UK. With the Government ordering all birds to be housed, New Food’s Grace Galler speaks to various names in the food industry to understand how bird flu has impacted poultry professionals.
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Russia makes U-turn on grain deal
Less than a week after backing out of grain deal involving Ukraine, Russia has resumed its part in the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
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Russian grain deal exit risks world food insecurity
Russia has exited a grain agreement involving Ukraine, causing wheat prices to increase and global food security concerns to intensify.
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South Lincolnshire receives £16 million agri-tech investment
A Food Enterprise Zone in South Lincolnshire has received £16 million in agri-tech funding to tackle UK food security.
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DEFRA appoints new Secretary of State
Thérèse Coffey has been appointed as the UK’s Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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Big names collaborate to promote regenerative farming
Levy UK + Ireland has partnered with Quorn Professionals, RegenFarmCo, and Yorkshire Water to educate the food industry on regenerative farming practices.
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MSU receives $3.4 million USDA grant for herb research
The USDA has paid for Michigan State University (MSU) to carry out research surrounding culinary herbs produced in controlled environments.
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HOWTIAN claims highest Reb A yield in industry history
Global wholesale supplier, HOWTIAN, says it’s achieved the highest ever Reb A yield in the industry with up to 12 percent average yield. New Food speaks to Tom Fuzer to find out more…
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UK crop yield resilience tested by climate change
“Climate change will push the boundaries of what can be achieved though crop management,” warn researchers, as wheat yields see poorest levels in decades.
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How the FSIS is tackling US Salmonella infections
The US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has released a proposed regulatory framework to reduce the risk of poultry products being contaminated with Salmonella. Here's what it comprises...
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Environment Secretary commits to sustainable horticulture growth
The UK’s Environment Secretary, Ranil Jayawardena, says he is committed to boosting home grown fruit and vegetable production and driving high-tech horticulture growth. Here’s how he intends to do it…
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The three pillars for the future of EU agriculture
Following the European Farmers Congress in October 2022, three pillars have been established to navigate the future of EU agriculture.
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What is natural food?
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Natural is an increasingly sought-after characteristic yet incredibly difficult to define in the food industry. So then, what exactly constitutes natural food? New Food’s Grace Galler investigates…
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How is the Californian drought affecting agriculture?
The Californian drought is having damaging effects on the state, including withering essential winter crops, and contributing to food inflation.
