Food and Agriculture

Cell cultured meat replacing traditional animal farms; the growth of urban vertical and smart farms next-gen GMO plants and animals—this page covers the trends and news that will guide the future of food and agriculture.

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https://www.entrepreneur.com/science-technology/what-is-digital-biology-heres-its-impact-on-the-world/456473
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Entrepreneur
This story was originally reported on ReadWrite.com. In a world where AI services like ChatGPT and Midjourney dominate the hype cycle, this might sound like quite the claim. But it's based on a solid foundation. As digital biology tools continue to evolve, their potential to have transformative impacts across industries is becoming clearer by the day.
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https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/23/08/33035737/viral-on-tiktok-this-companys-success-paves-way-for-hemp-based-cannabis-beverages-across-state-li
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Benzinga
The booming sales of cannabis beverages have caught the attention of consumers and industry experts alike, with Nowadays emerging as a standout brand in the market.Co-founded by Justin Tidwell and Anthony Puterman, Nowadays, offers a unique cannabis-infused spirit that provides a light and buzzy...
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https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/12/23/4201
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Mdpi
1. IntroductionMeat consumption trends vary significantly across the world. The European average per capita consumption of pork is the highest among meat commodities [1]; in 2020, the average European consumed around 33.79 kg of pork, followed by 25.40 kg of poultry, 13.54 kg of beef/buffalo...
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https://modernrestaurantmanagement.com/reskilling-retention-and-robotics-creative-solutions-to-the-restaurant-labor-shortage/
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Modernrestaurantmanagement
The restaurant industry has always been dynamic and challenging, but the labor shortage has pushed it to a critical juncture. Establishments are grappling with a complex crisis characterized by empty seats in dining areas and behind the scenes, where a shortage of skilled workers is keenly felt....
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https://www.theregister.com/2023/03/22/ai_model_design_proteins/
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The Register
Scientists have developed a novel AI model that can predict the design of proteins. The researchers used a deep learning approach that analyzed the chemical structure of proteins to determine their properties and functions. This breakthrough discovery could have a significant impact on drug development, disease diagnosis, and personalized medicine. The AI model can generate protein designs that are stable and biologically functional, which could help researchers develop new treatments for a variety of diseases. The researchers also claim that the model can predict the properties of proteins that have not yet been discovered, which could lead to the development of novel enzymes and other biomolecules. The AI model was trained on a massive dataset of protein structures and their functions, which allowed it to learn the underlying principles of protein folding and structure. This breakthrough discovery demonstrates the immense potential of AI in the field of protein design and could open up new avenues for research and development in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
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https://knowridge.com/2023/10/scientists-find-link-between-inflammation-and-aging/
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Knowridge
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have made a big breakthrough in understanding the driving force behind chronic inflammation, a process closely associated with aging and age-related diseases such as heart conditions and neurodegenerative disorders. Led by Bimal Desai, the team's findings shed light on how impaired calcium signaling in immune cells called macrophages contributes to chronic inflammation, often referred to as "inflammaging." The study underscores the pivotal role of mitochondria, the energy-producing structures within cells, in the inflammation process.
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https://allafrica.com/stories/202308290060.html
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Allafrica
The project launched in Kampala is expected to upturn the sustainability of the smallholder food production system in Uganda through irrigation technology and climate adaptation practices. Gerald Masila, the Executive Director at the East African Grain Council (EAGC) said the primary beneficiaries of the project are 12000 small and medium-sized farmers across Uganda.
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https://www.hortidaily.com/article/9599712/using-the-korean-tech-we-are-harvesting-cherry-and-beefsteak-tomatoes-twice-a-week/
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Hortidaily
As part of the initiatives to modernize highland vegetable farming, the Department of Agriculture Cordillera (DA-CAR) continues to assist farmers through continuous research and development, technology transfer of smart technology, and training and capacity building of farmers through the first-ever Smart Greenhouse Philippine Project (SGPP) in the country.
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https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/things-to-know-before-traveling-to-usa
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Lonelyplanet
The United States is supersized, from its sprawling big cities to its epic natural splendors. And its citizens? When it comes to friendliness and national pride, we can be a little "extra" too.
Yes, the political rhetoric these days could be described as divisive, but political views don't...
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https://todayshomeowner.com/eco-friendly/guides/simple-sustainable-swaps-to-make-at-home/
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Todayshomeowner
Supporting sustainability means making decisions that improve the health of people and the planet as a whole — and both are good things. Still, choosing a more sustainable lifestyle can feel daunting at first. It means limiting our consumption of natural resources and reducing waste with a strong...
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https://www.hortidaily.com/article/9520384/memorandum-of-understanding-signed-to-accelerate-vertical-farming-in-singapore/
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Hortidaily
Singapore's vertical farming industry and international research institutes have taken a significant step forward with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between several leading companies in the field. The MOU was signed between Growy, Wageningen University & Research (WUR), the Faculty of Science under the National University of Singapore, Republic Polytechnic (RP), Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions, and Nanyang Technological University Singapore on Monday.
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https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/780371-cnh-industrial-awarded-excellence-sustainability
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Csrwire
Home News Awards and Rankings. Recently, CNH Industrial was awarded at an event in Geneva hosted by the European Organization for Nuclear Research, CERN. The event focused on fostering a sustainable future through collaboration. They focused on inspiring and empowering future leaders, particularly those with MBA and PhD backgrounds guided by CERN and the Collège des Ingénieurs (CDI).
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https://www.popsci.com/environment/eating-more-python/
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The world needs a better source of sustainable meat. Many conventional livestock raising systems are considered unsustainable and generally make the environment worse, so scientists are searching for new ways to feed and satisfy a growing human population. One source could come from one of the...
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https://blog.nature.org/2023/10/23/can-regenerative-agriculture-benefit-potato-farming/
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When someone asks me that most routine of questions - "Where are you from?" - I can predict what comes next.
"Idaho potatoes!"
I've experienced this automatic reaction to my Idaho residency all around the world. It's reflective of some incredibly effective and enduring agricultural brand...
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https://www.itnewsafrica.com/2023/12/interrogating-innovation-introducing-the-african-ip/
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Itnewsafrica
According to the Imports Localisation and Supply Chain Disruption Study for the fourth quarter of 2022, South Africa's exports dipped by while imports rose by 10%. The study has also found that the import-export equation is leaning increasingly towards the former - imports were 39% higher in 2022 than for the same period in 2020.
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https://scrippsnews.com/stories/last-call-for-drizly-uber-is-shutting-down-its-alcohol-delivery-app/
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Scrippsnews
Starting in 2012, Drizly provided beer, wine and liquor deliveries to customers of legal drinking age through its mobile app across 26 U.states and over 1,400 cities. . Alcohol delivery boomed early in the pandemic as consumers tried to limit trips to the store. According to NielsenIQ, U.alcohol online sales jumped 553% in April of 2020.
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https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-ae/growth-strategies/exciting-prospects-ahead-heres-what-dubais-investors/456048
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Entrepreneur
Among the industries in Dubai that are enjoying an increased investor interest, e-commerce and fintech take up the first and second position in terms of number of companies that have raised above US$1 million through their lifetime. There are also companies focused on healthcare, education and logistics that are raising funding.
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https://www.theguardian.com/food/2024/jan/14/lower-alcohol-wines-for-a-damp-january
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Theguardian
The Doctors' Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2022 (£9.99. Waitrose) If, as part of your campaign to get people to drink a bit more thoughtfully or just a bit less, you were looking for an attractive name for a period of semi-abstinence, you might well hope to come up with something a...
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https://pagesix.com/2024/08/15/lifestyle/all-of-taylor-swifts-favorite-hot-spots-in-london/
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Pagesix
Taylor Swift, seen here at London's members-only club Annabel's in 2019, has several go-to hot spots in the buzzy British city. Old Boy's Club / BACKGRID
Hello, London.
Taylor Swift is clearly a fan of the area considering she lined up eight Eras Tour shows in England's capital city.
She also...
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https://www.mdpi.com/2673-3994/5/2/13
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Mdpi
1. IntroductionBiogas plays an important role in the field of energy, agriculture, and the environment by directly contributing to achieving SDG-7 (Sustainable Development Goal) and indirectly contributing to several other SDGs. Biogas not only boosts the economy of renewable energy with new job...
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https://www.hortidaily.com/article/9648410/us-oh-student-farm-educates-on-agriculture-while-providing-local-sustainable-produce-to-dining-halls-athens-community/
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Hortidaily
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https://www.fmiblog.com/2024/07/16/wine-subscription-market-set-to-reach-usd-3-9-billion-by-2033-future-market-insights-inc/
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Fmiblog
The latest analysis from Future Market Insights highlights that global sales of the Wine Subscription Market reached USD 510.4 million in 2022. With a projected growth rate of 20.7% from 2023 to 2033, the market is anticipated to achieve a valuation of USD 3.9 billion by the end of the forecast...