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
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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
Announcing $115 Million Series B Funding Round for Afresh
As the leading AI-powered fresh food technology provider, we’re proud to announce a $115 million Series B funding round led by Spark Capital with participation from Insight Partners, VMG Partners, and Bright Pixel Capital. Walter Robb, senior executive partner at S2G Ventures and former co-CEO of Whole Foods Market, also joined the round. All prior investors, including Maersk Growth, High Sage, and Innovation Endeavors, also participated in the round, bringing our total funding to $148 … [Read more...] about Announcing $115 Million Series B Funding Round for Afresh
