Small farms in Ireland have a ‘low environmental impact’, says Teagasc
Small farms in Ireland boast high standards when it comes to environmental sustainability, according to Teagasc.
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Majority of firms not putting animal welfare commitments into practice
While food firms around the world are addressing the issue of animal welfare, the majority have not yet put their commitments into practice.
New study assesses the carbon footprint of coffee farming
Assessing the environmental impact of coffee farming is the topic of a new study in the Sustainable Production and Consumption journal.
A ‘diversified agriculture’ approach could benefit people and the environment
A new study has found that implementing strategies that diversify agriculture can yield significant benefits.
Regenerative Innovation Portfolio to harness the potential for regenerative agriculture in Europe
A coalition of food innovation groups, led by EIT Food, has united to introduce the Regenerative Innovation Portfolio.
Bezos Earth Fund announces sustainable protein initiative
The Bezos Earth Fund, founded by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, has pledged an initial $60 million to create the Bezos Centers for Sustainable Protein.
JDE Peet’s teams up with Enveritas on deforestation visibility initiative
Coffee giant JDE Peet’s has teamed up with Enveritas to introduce a new initiative to assess and address coffee-related deforestation around the world.
Consumers have ‘low trust’ in animal welfare claims by companies: study
Less than a quarter of EU consumers (23%) said that they have either ‘high’ or ‘complete’ trust in animal welfare claims by companies.
Retailer Ahold Delhaize launches ‘open source’ climate hubs
Dutch retailer Ahold Delhaize has introduced ‘open source climate hubs’ for suppliers to learn about carbon emissions.
Halving nitrogen pollution from food production achievable, study claims
Reducing meat and dairy consumption, fertiliser use and food waste are factors that could contribute to halving nitrogen pollution from food production and agriculture in Europe.