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Bangladesh food security increased by farmers’ 30-year efforts
New research from University College London has revealed how Bangladeshi farmers consolidated their country’s food security and reduced flooding.
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Chinese authorities forced to act as pork prices rise
As pork prices in China rise, the Chinese authorities have driven an increase in supply to stabilise the market.
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India has imposed a 20% export levy on selected rice varieties
Certain rice varieties are subject to a new export levy in India, with wheat and sugar exports affected since May in order to protect local supplies.
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Drink tea to live longer
Research shows that drinking tea can lower risk of mortality and prevent poor health conditions.
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UN World Food Programme launches Pakistan flash appeal
Flooding has left millions in Pakistan at a very real risk of food insecurity as harvested crops washed away and livestock killed by floodwater.
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Mealworm seasoning, sir?
Insects are beginning to become more accepted as a food source, but researchers from South Korea are taking things a step further in a bid to integrate insect protein even further in our diet.
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Rushed FTA between UK and India may pose big health threat
A newly published report has outlined several recommendations for a safe trade deal with India, which it says if rushed could threatened UK pesticide standards and farming.
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Why do humans drink animal milk?
Humans are the only species to drink the milk of another, and researchers think the answer may lie in the desperation cause by famine and disease outbreaks.
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Ultra-processed food linked with increased risk of dementia
Scientists have identified a possible link between ultra-processed food and an increased risk of dementia…but the good news is a healthier diet could decrease the risk too.
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70% of Asian-based food companies say no to cages
A survey conducted by NGO Sinergia Animal has shown growing interest in animal welfare, with many companies transitioning to cage-free egg supply chains.
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India begins regulating vegan food
Jidesh Kumar explains how the Indian food safety authorities are beginning to enact regulations on vegan food in the country.
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Food security in developing countries – the challenges and solutions
Muhammad Sheraz discusses the key points highlighted at the International Food Security Forum in Almaty, Kazakhstan , and ways in which progress is being made to ensure food security is strengthened in Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
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Food miles have much worse impact on climate than first feared
The impact of food transportation on the climate is a lot worse than was previously anticipated, with researchers urging consumers to buy and eat local.
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Crack research team will try to solve one of humankind’s biggest problems
The research team will use the diversity of the selected case studies to attempt to solve one of humankind’s greatest challenges – how are we going to feed more people?
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Researchers uncover science behind old cooking trick
Why does dipping chopsticks in oil tell cooks the temperature of oil in a pan? A team of international researcher set out on a mission to find out.
