agri-food
EU launches new strategic framework for agri-food research and innovation
The European Commission has this week unveiled its Communication on a new Strategic Approach to Research and Innovation for agriculture, forestry, rural areas and food systems.
Plant-based labelling back under the spotlight as MEPs seek to extend ban on meaty words
The heavily debated restrictions on the use of meat-related words in the labelling of plant-based products in the European Union are once again under the spotlight, as several MEPs are seeking to widen the scope of previously agreed terms.
Can vertical farming rise to the challenge?
Vertical farming business leaders will take stock of the sector’s future at the 7th Vertical Farming World Congress on 5-7 October in central London, after a demanding year of heightened financial pressure despite the technology's evident climate benefits.
European Commission publishes Protein Action Plan to boost agri-food system resilience
The European Commission has published its new Protein Action Plan alongside a Livestock Strategy, aiming to boost the resilience of Europe’s agri-food sector and address market challenges.
Upcycled Plant Power teams up with East of Scotland Growers in sustainable broccoli harvesting partnership
Upcycled Plant Power has partnered with East of Scotland Growers to deploy its automated selective harvesting technology across ESG’s farms.
Extreme heat pushing global agri-food systems to the brink, report warns
A new report, from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization, highlights the major risk posed by the rise of extreme heat events.
Louis Dreyfus Company commissions pea protein isolate facility in Saskatchewan
Louis Dreyfus Company has begun commissioning a new pea protein isolate production facility in Canada.
Iran bans food and agricultural exports amid escalating conflict
According to a report from Tasnim News Agency in Iran, the country has placed a ban on all exports of food and agricultural products amid rapidly escalating conflict with Israel and the US.
Mars invests $20m to bolster sustainable rice production amid climate challenges
Mars Food & Nutrition, the maker of brands like Ben's Original, Tasty Bite and Seeds of Change, has announced a $20 million investment in sustainable rice sourcing over the next decade.
New Eat-Lancet report emphasises urgency of global food system transformation
The Eat-Lancet Commission has today released its new Report on Healthy, Sustainable, and Just Food Systems, outlining a roadmap toward a healthier and more sustainable planet.
Protein Industries Canada announces five new projects to strengthen Canadian agri-food supply chain
Protein Industries Canada has announced the launch of five new projects that aim to create a more resilient domestic food supply and strengthen the country’s economy.
Labelling debate presses on as European Agriculture Committee votes to ban meaty words on plant-based foods
The European Parliament Agriculture Committee voted to ban the use of names such as ‘burger,’ ‘sausage’ and ‘steak’ for plant-based foods this Monday in an ongoing debate surrounding the labelling of meat alternatives.
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