Cell-based meat and dairy have promise but major obstacles remain
Cell-based meat, dairy and seafood offer, on paper, clear environmental and animal-welfare benefits – but the nascent industry still has much to do before it reaches scale, according to GlobalData. Dean Best, of GlobalData, said: “Proponents of cell-based (or...
IGD launches new portion size guide for industry
With its research showing 78% of consumers asking for products to be made healthier without compromising on taste*, research and training charity IGD has published a new guide for food businesses to help them review and set portion sizes. The guide identifies...
Sustainable Food Trust responds to report on organic farming and GHGs
Last week saw the publication of a study claiming that a wholesale shift to organic farming in England and Wales could lead to a 21% rise in food-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The study appeared in the journal Nature Communications. Laurence Smith of...
Research reveals consumers want imported food to meet British production standards
Recent research has revealed the government should ensure that all imported food meets the same high animal welfare and environmental standards which are in place on British farms. That’s the overwhelming view of the public according to new research carried out by...