Bühler aims to 'close the global protein gap' with algae, insects and pulses
Swiss giant Bühler has backed a series of research and development (R&D) projects looking at insects, algae and pulses as alternative protein sources.
Archives for April 18, 2016
Fresh fruit linked to lower risk of heart attack and stroke
Fresh fruit consumption has been linked with a lower risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
NFU won’t campaign, but opposes Brexit
The UK’s National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has said that after evaluating of the agricultural merits of the case, it is in favor of staying in the European Union (EU).
Australian cattlemen advised on maximising production
Beef producers have been warned that South Australia’s dry weather could put serious pressure on the reproductive performance of cattle.
Animal fat helps HKScan cut emissions by a third
Meat processor HKScan reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 35% in 2015, and using animal fats for heating was one of several eco-friendly measures used to reduce its carbon footprint.
US beef exports to Europe tipped to tumble
Exports of beef from the US into Europe have been predicted to fall by as much as 20%, according to Jean-Luc Mériaux, secretary general of the European Meat and Livestock Trading Union (UECBV).
Russia's pork imports rise amid low global prices
Despite strong government measures towards establishing an import substitution program, Russia imported 39,000 tonnes (t) of pork in the first quarter of 2016.
Food firms improve sustainability promises - but are they following them up with action?
The world's top 10 food firms are improving their promises and pledges on sustainability, food security and workers' rights, according to Oxfam’s Behind the Brands report. But is there any action behind the words?
Danone Q1 results in line with expectations
Danone has issued its Q1 2016 results, showing sales of fresh dairy products down compared to the previous first quarter of 2015.