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 EcoVineyards guides empower Australian winegrowers

Developed under the national EcoVineyards program—funded by Wine Australia—the four best-practice management guides offer clear, step-by-step advice focused on three key areas: soil health, ground cover, and functional biodiversity Australia’s winegrape growers now have access to a suite o...

Fazer boosts rye bread production with €11Mn investment in largest rye bakery

The move comes in response to the 2024 Finnish nutrition recommendations, which emphasise the increased intake of whole grains Fazer, the market leader in Finland’s bakery sector, has announced a major investment to meet the country’s rising demand for whole grain products. The company has e...

Government commits $1Mn to future casino beef week events in Australia

The new funding is expected to enhance the event’s reach, attract greater national and international interest, and deliver lasting economic benefits to the region As thousands flock to the Northern Rivers for this year’s iconic Casino Beef Week, the Albanese Government has announced a major ...

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...

Kerry’s East Africa CEO Forum unites 100 F&B leaders to reshape industry’s future

As Africa rapidly emerges as a hotspot for food and beverage innovation, the forum brought CEOs, policymakers, academics, and entrepreneurs together to discuss opportunities and challenges shaping the sector In a contribution towards transforming East Africa’s food and beverage landscape, ...

Research finds new health benefits from A1 protein-free milk

The studies, sponsored by The a2 Milk Company, focused on two different population groups in China New research presented at an international paediatric conference demonstrated new health and wellbeing benefits to certain mother and baby groups from consumption of a2 MilkTM and infant formula co...

Unilever’s AI-driven cleaning pilot saves €100,000, cuts utility use by 10%

This initiative is part of the broader 100+ Accelerator programme, a global platform designed to fast-track sustainable solutions through partnerships between leading consumer goods companies and start-ups In a major boost for supply chain sustainability, Unilever has successfully piloted a smar...

Nestlé to create industry-leading capabilities in bio tech and deep tech

The creation of a centre for deep tech will be a first-of-its-kind in the food and nutrition industry Nestlé announced the strengthening of its R&D expertise in biotechnology and the creation of a new centre for deep tech, to boost its innovation pipeline and increase efficiency i...

Kerry drives sustainable innovation in foodservice chains to address climate, cost and nutrition needs 

Clinically backed, Kerry solutions are built to respond to the unique challenges of modern foodservice operations Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition solutions, is strengthening its commitment to driving sustainable change in the foodservice industry. Climate change continues to dis...

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...

PepsiCo-Yara partnership expands to Latin America

Yara will supply PepsiCo with products and services in Latin America, benefiting potato farmers in Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Argentina Mexico, PepsiCo and Yara have announced a long-term partnership for the supply of crop nutrition programs in Latin America to help decarbonise the food value ...

ADB, Ulaanbaatar Flour partner to support wheat supply chain in Mongolia

The project will facilitate consistent wheat procurement and provide a stable buyer for 250 wheat farming enterprises, including smallholder and women-led farms The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Ulaanbaatar Flour Limited Liability Company (UBF) signed a 3-year $10 million loan to support loca...

Corbion joins Sustainable Shrimp Partnership as associate member

This collaboration marks a significant step in Corbion’s ongoing commitment to supporting environmentally and socially responsible aquaculture practices Corbion, the sustainable ingredients company that champions preservation through the application of science, announced its new role as an ass...

Thai Union receives $150 Mn Blue Loan from ADB

Through the Blue Loan, Thai Union will expand sourcing of sustainable shrimp, shrimp certified under schemes recognised by the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative (GSSI) Thai Union Group PCL, the world’s seafood leader, has secured a landmark $150 million Blue Loan from the Asian Development...

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