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Breakthrough app can measure microplastic emissions from everyday items
Microplastics and nanoplastics are increasingly infiltrating our food, water and the air we breathe. To combat this, researchers at the University of British Columbia have now introduced a low-cost tool designed to accurately measure plastic particles from everyday sources such as disposable cups and water bottles.
Raising the steaks: new £38m centre to cook up animal protein alternatives
The initiative, set to be led by the University of Leeds, will explore whether lab-grown meat or proteins from sources such as insects, plants, or fungi can become part of consumers’ diets.
ChatGPT study bridges the skill gap in precision agriculture
Students without prior coding knowledge successfully program microcontrollers.
Mealworm protein extraction shows anti-diabetic benefits
In a groundbreaking new study, The Journal of Food Science compared four different methods for extracting mealworm protein.
US children now see fewer unhealthy food and drink ads, but exposure remains high
Despite a significant drop in food and drink ads during kids' TV shows, a study reveals that US children under 12 still see over 1,000 food-related ads annually, mostly for unhealthy products.
Recall Roundup: Safety concerns and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
Aldi succeeds in cage-free mission
As part of its commitment to improve animal welfare, Aldi has succeeded in its efforts to ensure that all of its eggs are from cage-free chickens.
Tesco commits to ensuring decapod crustacean welfare
Tesco has made a public commitment to ensuring high welfare throughout the entire lifecycle of farmed decapod crustaceans in their supply chain, from farming to slaughter.
New grant awarded to support the progression of hydroponic food production
The grant offers the industry an opportunity to study food safety, plant pathogens and pests in hydroponics.
US has potential to achieve seafood independence
Despite having the potential to meet its entire seafood needs through its own production, the US is currently the second largest seafood importer.
Recall Roundup: Undeclared ingredients and lead contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup, New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
Plant-based diets have potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
A new study has found that a shift towards plant-based diets could reduce global food emissions by 17 percent, with affluent countries benefitting most.
M&S shifts to paper packaging for two garlic baguette products
By shifting to paper packaging for its garlic baguette products, M&S will be saving 5.5 million units of plastic.
Parental eating behaviours strongly influence children’s dietary patterns
New research has found that parents can help to shape healthy eating behaviour in their children by how they themselves eat.
