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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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Sweden acts to reduce antibiotic overuse in livestock
Swedish organisation Axfoundation has developed a document designed to ensure responsible animal husbandry and reduce the unnecessary use of antibiotics in livestock.
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Elite cattle breeding could improve food production
For the first time, male pigs, cattle and goats have been created which produce only desired genetic traits.
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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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Plant-based diets to positively impact carbon levels
Choosing plant-based proteins over meat and dairy products could significantly reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere, according to a recent study.
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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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FAO members call for closer collaboration to transform food systems
FAO member countries have joined others from across the food system to call for closer collaboration and a focus on innovation to end food insecurity and hunger.
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UK food giants join Rashford to form Child Food Poverty Task Force
The Task Force aims to endorse recommendations presented in the National Food Strategy and act as a platform for the more than four million children living in poverty in the UK.
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Unions call on EU ministers to support farmers in next stage of pandemic
The Presidents of Copa and Cogeca have stated that food security and support to local farming should be key priorities for EU ministers while the risks of coronavirus are still high.
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Access to food is a human right not a privilege
Jane Mason explains the consequences of those living in food deserts, the political debate around the phrase, and how teaching could help these communities thrive.
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Shift in crop growing seasons and locations needed to adapt to climate change
A Berkeley Lab study has suggested that some popular crops will need to have their growing season and location changed in order to adapt to future temperature and climate change scenarios.
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The rise of the micro food business
Supermarkets have dominated the food market for some time, but could there be new a contender in town…?
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On-Demand Webinar: A Tasty Pairing: Keeping meat products safe with the 6470B LC/TQ and the Comprehensive Veterinary Drug Workflow solution
To protect public health, organisational bodies have set strict maximum residue limits for veterinary drugs found in foods of animal origin.
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Additional $1 billion allocated to American food box programme
The additional funding aims to allow the programme to continue critical support to farmers, distributors, and American families in need.
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Food Security Council established in Michigan
After COVID-19 magnified food insecurity in Michigan, the newly established Council will see representatives from health care, agriculture, education, business and nonprofits share analysis and solutions.
