Unlimeat, a Korean-based food company, is planning to introduce its newly developed plant-based pepperoni and mortadella slices, which contain high levels of protein, to the US. The products, according to the company, can undergo heating without drying out. As part of showcasing its technology, the business delved into deli slices for now but has plans to expand the same technology to its sausage line in the foreseeable future. “We’ve developed new methods of texturing … [Read more...] about Unlimeat: Plant-based pepperoni and mortadella to hit the US market
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New study shows supermarkets could add eco-labels to foods
A new study conducted by Oxford University researchers shows that it could be possible for shoppers to check the environmental impact of their purchases by stamping food items with eco-labels. With the new study, shoppers can make intelligent purchases since UK manufacturers will have to list their main ingredients by percentage, not the amount. The scientists addressed the issue of using public databases by estimating the composition of food products and their environmental … [Read more...] about New study shows supermarkets could add eco-labels to foods
New NUS Research Centre on Sustainable Urban Farming seeks high-tech solutions to boost Singapore’s food security
The S$10 million centre brings together interdisciplinary experts – such as plant and food scientists, engineers as well as computer scientists – to develop novel solutions for urban farming In the face of challenges posed by climate change, population increase, and potential food-chain disruptions caused by pandemics and natural calamities, ensuring an adequate supply food for the coming decades requires a significant change in crop growing. A solution to alleviate food supply disruptions … [Read more...] about New NUS Research Centre on Sustainable Urban Farming seeks high-tech solutions to boost Singapore’s food security