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.
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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."
US poultry market gains access to Morocco for first time
10 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
In May 2018, agricultural US exports exceeded $12 billion, with initial approximations suggesting that Morocco alone is currently a $10 million market.
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.
European salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers hits UK hardest
27 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
Authorities say there will likely be a resurgence of cases in early 2019.
£9.2 million to help Welsh red meat industry cope with Brexit
25 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
The programme will focus on three specific areas: animal health, genetics and meat quality.
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).
Trade bodies call for ‘critical’ Welsh red meat industry to be recognised
24 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
Two trade bodies have urged the Welsh Government to ensure the importance of red meat production in Wales is recognised in future agricultural policy.
More than 300 businesses hit by sugar tax – but revenues will be half expected
17 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
Companies have got around the levy by slashing their sugar content, meaning it will generate half the income the Government originally projected.
PM’s Brexit plans ‘will kill off’ US trade deal: President Trump
13 July 2018 | By Mike Stones (New Food)
Food industry figures in the UK had praised the Government's whitepaper for prioritising friction-free trade before President Trump's interview in The Sun.
European Parliament draws battle lines against dual quality food
13 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
Tests in some EU countries found same-brand fish fingers with less fish, sliced bread with less whole wheat flour, and orange drinks with no orange content.
Four corporate giants unite to help shape U.S. sustainable food policy
13 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
At its launch, the Alliance said it would focus on pushing for progress in nutrition labelling and carbon emissions.
British Retail Consortium warns of food supply crisis in cliff-edge Brexit
12 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
The BRC's caution went out not just to the UK Government, but the EU's negotiating team, saying EU-27 businesses face losing £21 billion of agri-food exports to Britain.
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