Tag: Food
Reducing the UK’s agricultural reliance on overseas production
The UK Government has announced a ‘Food Strategy’ that intends to reduce the UK’s agricultural reliance on overseas production.
Harnessing agricultural technology
A strategy to direct...
Recirculating aquaculture systems: Improving Atlantic salmon performance
The RAS 4.0 project, led by Norwegian food research institute Nofima, is designed to optimise recirculating aquaculture systems to improve the welfare and performance...
Future food security is potentially threatened by subsoil compaction
Researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences have revealed that future food security in Europe, America, and Australia is threatened by subsoil compaction.
What...
Developing organic nitrogen fertiliser to enhance agriculture production
Researchers from Flinders University are investigating organic nitrogen fertiliser to return nitrogen to soil without the need for chemicals.
Utilising locally produced renewable energy for greenhouse lighting
Researchers at Karlstad University have investigated and developed intelligent control systems for greenhouse lighting by employing locally produced renewable energy.
Sweden's continuing shift to fossil-fuel...
Ensuring food security is at the heart of sustainability measures
Researchers from the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis have discovered risks associated with sustainability measures that could impact food security.
It is very common...
Fostering sustainable agriculture practices in Europe
Dr Stephen Onakuse, President of Agrinatura, outlines the efforts of the organisation in its mission to achieve sustainable agriculture practices across Europe.
Agrinatura, the European...
Black-eyed peas attract beneficial nitrogen-fixing bacteria
A novel study finds that black-eyed peas attract beneficial nitrogen-fixing bacteria, potentially removing the necessity of fertiliser.
New research findings from scientists at the University...
Creating custom food using 3D printers
Scientists are beginning to experiment with utilising 3D printers to create custom food with unique flavour payoffs.
Used primarily to make customised machine parts, medical...
Substituting one food item per day can result in a more sustainable diet
According to a new study, people who consume beef could reduce the carbon footprint of their diet by as much as 48% to gain...
A sustainable alternative to egg white protein production
Scientists discover a use for biotechnology in order to provide an alternative to egg white protein production that is more environmentally sustainable.
Research by the...
Giving waste value: Utilising biotechnology to convert food waste
Ingmar Høgøy, CEO of Greentech Innovators, explains how the company is using biotechnology to convert food waste into single cell protein and organic fertiliser.
Radical action must be taken to achieve net zero emissions by 2050
Experts in the BMJ argue that radical action must quickly be taken to change unsustainable and unhealthy behaviours to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
The changing face of the Norwegian aquaculture industry
Kristin Langeland, Director of Communications at The Norwegian Seafood Federation, discusses the evolution of the commercial aquaculture industry in Norway and its goals for...
Scientists warn of cascade of climate impacts caused by climate hazards
A novel study, published ahead of COP26, reveals that climate hazards may cause cascading global impacts by 2030.
Future farm technology will help meet net-zero goals
UK government’s Farming Innovation Pathways competition provides funding for future farm technology.
Transforming food production with VTT’s cellular agriculture solutions
VTT is transforming the future of food production with novel cellular agriculture solutions that are more local, ethical, and sustainable.
What if coffee could be...
Reducing food waste with $15m grant from the National Science Foundation
The National Science Foundation has awarded $15m in grants in the fight towards reducing food waste and increasing food security.
Benefits of concentrated farming over eco-friendly agriculture
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have concluded that concentrated farming that leaves room for natural habitats is more optimal than eco-friendly agriculture.
Innovation and sustainability efforts within Norwegian aquaculture
As Norwegian aquaculture continues to grow it is ever more important that we look at ways to minimise the environmental impact of seafood production