Ukraine needs immediate support to plant and produce food amid ongoing war

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) warns that without urgent and sustained support, thousands of rural households may be unable to plant or harvest on time With the war ongoing, many Ukrainian farmers and rural farming families face limited access to their land due...

MIT and SMART scientists use microneedles and melatonin to combat global food waste

The innovation tackles a pressing issue: over 30 per cent of the world’s food supply is lost after harvest, according to global estimates, enough to feed more than 1 billion people In a groundbreaking development aimed at reducing post-harvest food waste, researchers from MIT and the Singapore...

AI-Driven underwater tech set to boost NZ mussel industry by $80Mn

The research aligns with the New Zealand Government’s Aquaculture Strategy, which aims to build a $3 billion industry by 2035, including a $1 billion goal for the Greenshell mussel sector World-leading research from the University of Canterbury (UC) | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha is set to revo...

New Zealand Food Network teams up with kiwifruit industry to rescue kiwifruit

With the support of Zespri and in partnership with a nationwide network of packhouses, NZFN is leading the charge to increase access to nutritious kai and reduce food waste in the agriculture sector New Zealand Food Network (NZFN), the country's largest food support charity and national food res...

Nestlé and OzHarvest join forces to help Aussies in need

Nestlé will support OzHarvest to provide around 400,000 meals over the next 12 months Nestlé Australia has announced a new partnership with Australia’s leading food rescue organisation, OzHarvest. The partnership between the two organisations comes at a crucial time, as the number of peop...

Acute food insecurity and malnutrition rise for sixth consecutive year in world’s most fragile regions

In 2024, over 295 million people across 53 countries and territories faced acute hunger—an increase of almost 14 million people compared to 2023, while the number of people facing catastrophic levels of hunger reached a record high Acute food insecurity and child malnutrition rose for the sixt...

Blockchain technology offers producers opportunity to deepen consumer trust

This demand is spurring seafood producers to adopt cutting-edge blockchain technology that enables full traceability from ocean to outlet According to new research from the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC), 89 per cent of global consumers seek more information about how their seafood is produced....

Nigeria releases first biofortified hybrid pearl millet varieties

These high-yielding, nutrient-rich hybrids, enhanced with iron and zinc, offer a powerful solution to tackle malnutrition and boost food security in the country’s arid and semi-arid regions In a major stride toward improving nutrition and climate resilience, Nigeria has officially released its...

Kawasaki develops sustainable aquaculture system aimed at strengthening food security

These advantages should enable fish farmers to provide safe and secure marine food to consumers Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced that it is developing a sustainable aquaculture system that contributes to improving food security in Japan. Capitalising on Kawasaki’s technologies for fil...

ADB support for food security to reach $40 Bn by 2030

The assistance will fund a comprehensive program spanning the entire food production process—from farming and processing to distribution and consumption The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced plans to expand its support to long-term food and nutrition security in Asia and the Pacific by $2...

Australia’s Southern Bluefin tuna purse-seine fishery earns MSC certification

With MSC certification, the fishery now meets the growing demand for eco-labelled, sustainably sourced seafood The Australian Southern Bluefin Tuna Industry Association (ASBTIA) has had their purse seine fishery certified as sustainable to the MSC standard - a significant milestone for a sought-...

World Wide Farms partners with ReposiTrak to strengthen food safety

This collaboration amplifies World Wide Farms' commitment to food safety, regulatory compliance World Wide Farms, a leading grower, packer, and distributor of fresh culinary herbs and greens, has announced using the ReposiTrak Traceability Network for inbound and outbound traceability data shari...

Sharjah breaks global record in nutrition quality

Sharjah is looking into exporting its high-protein wheat to position itself as a key contributor in the international market Sharjah, a leading hub for innovation and excellence in the United Arab Emirates, is making a significant contribution to global food security and sustainability by produc...

Cambodia prioritises fish in National Nutrition Strategy

The strategy, spearheaded by the Council for Agricultural and Rural Development (CARD), aims to boost food security, nutrition outcomes, and resilience nationwide In recognition of its essential role in healthy diets, Cambodia has included fish in its newly launched Third National Strategy ...

UAE signs MoU with SGS Gulf to enhance quality control over food

This MoU represents a vital step towards enhancing consumer protection in the UAE The UAE Ministry of Economy announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SGS Gulf Limited to enhance cooperation in monitoring the quality of food and consumer products in the country's markets...

WorldFish and Zambia partner to advance climate-resilient aquatic food systems

The five-year agreement strengthens cooperation between Zambia and WorldFish in research, innovation, and policy development to enhance food and nutrition security The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MGEE), today signed a landmark Memo...

China launches sweeping food safety reforms amid public trust concerns

Terms like ‘no additives’ are now banned to prevent misleading consumers China's National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation have introduced 50 new national food safety standards and updated nine existing ones, with a strong emphasis on labeling practices, f...

Welsh gin, oysters and honey earn PGI status

This recognition gives producers a valuable market advantage while preserving traditional production methods Welsh gin, oysters and honey are to join the list of food and drink products granted protected geographical indication (PGI) status under the UK’s Geographical Indication schemes. ...

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