new ...“Increasing weather and climate extreme events have exposed millions of people to acute food insecurity and reduced water security, with the largest adverse impacts observed in many locations and/or communities in Africa, Asia, Central and South America, LDCs, Small Islands and the Arctic, and globally for Indigenous Peoples, small-scale food producers and low-income households.”... — Covering Climate Now, 11h ago

new The demand for high-quality food and improved crop yields has increased the usage of agricultural textiles. Urbanization and climatic change have an impact on crop growth, prompting farmers to adopt new textile technology to boost yield and satisfy consumer demand for food. Governments are focusing on increasing agricultural output, improving integration, and supporting innovation in supply chains to create a sustainable global food balance. — alliedmarketresearch.com, 1d ago

new In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the need to address social and environmental challenges, and this has led to increased attention and action from individuals, businesses, and governments around the world. In addition, societal concerns including wealth inequality, poverty, and access to healthcare and education are gaining popularity. People are recognizing that these issues are interconnected and that addressing them requires a more holistic approach that takes into account both social and environmental factors. Furthermore, investors are increasingly looking to invest in climate-friendly and sustainable projects that address climate change, such as renewable energy, clean technology, sustainable agriculture, and green infrastructure, due to rise in climate change issues. These investments not only generate positive social and environmental impacts but can also offer attractive financial returns. Therefore, increase in awareness of the need to address social and environmental challenges is driving the growth of the impact investing market size. — Allied Market Research, 9h ago

new Satheesh, his colleagues and tens of thousands of women farmers associated with the Deccan Development Society, pioneered the revival of millets more than three decades ago in the semi-arid villages of Medak district in undivided Andhra Pradesh. Their work inspired many others to appreciate and work on millet cropping systems, rainfed farming, social forestry, Dalit watersheds, community media and importantly, the agency of Dalit women farmers. A discourse and practice was built convincingly on millet cropping systems for regenerative agriculture, reclamation of fallow lands and employment in rural India, for nutrition security and the autonomy and sovereignty of farming communities. Importantly, it was also about millets for social equity, to allow Dalit and tribal women farmers to take a lead. The women’s... — The Wire, 7h ago

new To date, ISHOW has supported over 200 startups from more than 30 countries. ISHOW alumni have developed affordable devices to address issues including clean combustion, crop threshing, fetal health, food waste prevention, health diagnostics, safe drinking water, and many more that address the... — Engineering For Change, 1d ago

new ...“Such exotic pests and diseases if established pose a real threat to our food production and agriculture industries, therefore biosecurity risk management through the Port of Melbourne remains a key focus. — GoAuto, 23h ago

new ...2. For Program proposals that INCLUDE livelihoods or skills development activities IN ADDITION TO activities in other sectors (e.g. health, nutrition and food security, shelter and non-food items, protection, or education). — United States Department of State, 1d ago

new ...“Developing sustainable and scalable approaches to food production near consumers is central to meeting the food needs of the planet, addressing food deserts, and positively impacting the environment. Innovation and implementation of best practices in Controlled Environment Agriculture presents a path forward to greater food production with fewer and more precise use of resources and shorter shipping distances. Further, this form of agriculture production can be implemented at different production scales across different community settings creating broader wealth building and food access opportunities, especially important in supporting high poverty food insecure communities.”... — World Wildlife Fund, 2d ago

new Cities and urban areas offer the chance to rapidly scale up changes to food, electricity, transport, industry, buildings, and land use. And all the while, low-carbon lifestyles will improve people’s health and wellbeing. — The Independent, 1d ago

new Small-scale poultry farming is a major source of income for many rural households in Kenya and contributes to household food security and nutrition. However, preventing transmission of foodborne pathogens such as... — Agrilinks, 1d ago

new Ecosystem-based adaptation, for example, can help communities adapt to impacts that are already devastating their lives and livelihoods, while also safeguarding biodiversity, improving health outcomes, bolstering food security, delivering economic benefits and enhancing carbon sequestration. Many ecosystem-based adaptation measures — including the protection, restoration and sustainable management of ecosystems, as well as more sustainable agricultural practices like integrating trees into farmlands and increasing crop diversity — can be implemented at relatively low costs today. Meaningful collaboration with Indigenous Peoples and local communities is critical to the success of this approach, as is ensuring that ecosystem-based adaptation strategies are designed to account for how future global temperature rise will impact ecosystems. — Ecosystem Marketplace, 1d ago

new ...—with the aim of informing food policies that would ensure national food security, support access to healthy diets and enhance environmental sustainability. — medicalxpress.com, 23h ago

new The Food FARMacia program differs from most other food-insecurity programs by providing a large amount of fresh food—free—for the entire household. It also simultaneously lifts two barriers to accessing healthy food: lack of access in the neighborhoods where many food-insecure people live and high cost. — medicalxpress.com, 23h ago

new The protein ingredients market growth is propelled by the rise in demand for nutritional food in the market. Rise in awareness about health and nutritional food products has led people to shift to healthy diets and increase their protein intake by using protein supplements, thereby fueling the market growth for protein ingredients. Busy lifestyle and increase in women participation in the labor force have encouraged consumers to focus on nutritional supplements through infant formula for their babies. Animal protein is one of the major components of infant formula, which is expected to drive the demand for protein ingredients in the future. Protein supplements and protein-based food products are still in nascent stages in various regions of Africa, such as Zimbabwe, Liberia, Eritrea, and Burundi, along with other developing regions. These are still untapped, which present lucrative protein ingredients market opportunities for manufacturers of animal and plant protein. — alliedmarketresearch.com, 9h ago

new United by a shared vision and commitment to combat malnutrition and improve livelihoods through agriculture, HarvestPlus and Heifer will work together to improve the nutrition and income-generation potential of rural women and smallholder farmers. — CGIAR, 1d ago

new Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar commended the World Food Programme’s work promoting food self sufficiency and supporting government and global efforts to ensure long term solutions to hunger challenges. — siliconindia, 1d ago

new He said this is also to promote the concept of smart agriculture, transform food supplies and value chains, facilitate strategic partnerships for business opportunities and investments in agriculture, and empower youth for sustainable food systems. — thepeninsulaqatar.com, 1d ago

new ...(ONE-SL) project aims to support countries in developing an operational jurisdictional REDD+ program with nested projects that can attract private sector funding. REDD+ stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation plus conservation, sustainable management of forests, and enhancement of forest carbon stocks. It is an international mechanism to provide financing to ensure the climate mitigation benefits that forests in developing countries deliver, while recognizing that developed countries (and corporations) have a responsibility to provide this support. — winrock.org, 8h ago

new ...in support of a project developing low-cost virtual livestock fencing that would benefit farmers and animals, improve public health in developing countries and combat climate change. Virtual fencing involves equipping animals with wearable, GPS-enabled devices that discourage animals from leaving grazing areas designated by animal managers. Existing technologies, however, are too expensive for most farmers in low- and middle-income countries. The conversion of forests for agricultural purposes is a major cause of deforestation. This technology, by facilitating the introduction of rotation in cattle ranches across the globe, can take pressure off forests and bring about significant potential benefits to climate and nature by lowering emissions. — prnewswire.com, 23h ago

new ...– with the aim of informing food policies that would ensure national food security, support access to healthy diets and enhance environmental sustainability. — sciencenewsnet.in | news, journals and articles from all over the world., 1d ago

new Adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development represents a new way of thinking about how to better link basic science and education with issues such as climatic and environmental change, water and energy security, ocean preservation, disaster risks and other topics. It intertwines social, economic, and environmental targets in 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Basic sciences have an important contribution to make to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. — preventionweb.net, 23h ago

new Algae protein can be alternative source of protein and is expected to witness increased adoption in upcoming years. Industrialized animal agriculture results multitude of problems including negative impact on environment. Animal husbandry is a leading contributor to a number of global issues, including deforestation, climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, antibiotic resistance, soil erosion and degradation, water overuse, and zoonotic diseases. Livestock contributes both directly and indirectly to climate change through emissions of green hose gases such as N... — alliedmarketresearch.com, 1d ago

new And, while evidence on links between food insecurity and children's educational outcomes is well-established in the Global North, it is scant in the Global South. — phys.org, 23h ago

new ...“The Black Sea Grain Initiative, alongside the Memorandum of Understanding on promoting Russian food products and fertilizers to the world markets, are critical for global food security, especially for developing countries,” it said in a statement. — hellenicshippingnews.com, 1d ago

new The authors also emphasize the importance of considering human livelihoods and well-being when developing forest protection strategies and interventions. “Any new measures to protect mountain forests should be adapted to local conditions and contexts and need to reconcile the need for enhanced forest protection with ensuring food production and human well-being.”... — Lab Manager, 1d ago

new From the CDC: “Continued efforts to increase fruit and vegetable consumption by improving access and affordability in diverse community and institutional settings will help mitigate health disparities among U.S. residents. Additional policies and programs that will increase access to fruits and vegetables in places where U.S. residents live, learn, work, and play, might increase consumption and improve health.”... — Food Safety News, 1d ago

new The World Health Organization recognizes the importance of probiotics and has issued guidelines on their safe use, stating that they can be useful in maintaining health and treating certain conditions. Similarly, many national governments, such as those in the European Union, regulate the marketing and labeling of probiotic products to ensure consumers have access to accurate information about their health benefits. Probiotic deserts are areas where access to probiotic-rich food and supplements is limited. Some official governments and organizations consider the importance of probiotic deserts due to the potential impact on public health. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can help improve digestive and overall health, and a lack of access to these food can have negative consequences for the health of populations in these areas, such factors results in probiotic desserts market trends. — alliedmarketresearch.com, 1d ago

new Water is essential for human well-being, energy and food production, healthy ecosystems, gender equality, poverty reduction and more. — TodayHeadline, 1d ago

new This alternative plant milk is made from a combination of oats, millet and mung beans and it speaks to consumers who want to invest in products that align with their personal values and contribute to positive change in the world. This shift reflects a growing awareness of the environmental impact of animal agriculture, as well as concerns around animal welfare and personal health. — TrendHunter.com, 1d ago

new The IPCC lists a series of steps that countries and communities can take to adapt to the impacts of climate change—from water management on farms, agroforestry, and sustainable land management, to urban greening, wetlands restoration, and protection of upstream forest ecosystems to reduce flood risks and urban heat. — Corporate Knights, 1d ago

new ...of the report looked more closely at climate change's effects, finding that around half the world's population live in areas that are 'highly vulnerable' to climate change. Food and water security have decreased, while... — nhm.ac.uk, 1d ago

new EIT Food supports entrepreneurs across Europe, driving innovation to meet the big food challenges we face, and to create a healthier, more trusted and sustainable food system. — eitfood.eu, 1d ago

new Furchtgott-Roth points out that it’s not just energy security, “…but also our agricultural production and food security, depend on fossil fuels, and we don’t want to destroy that security. Ammonia is a key component of fertilizer manufacturing and producing it requires natural gas.”... — Climate- Science.press, 1d ago

new Lomnitz is an industrial designer focused on water access and sustainability. He works on the development of decentralized, autonomous water infrastructure for communities facing high levels of water insecurity in both urban and rural Mexico. — National Geographic Society, 1d ago

new One of the key policy challenges for ensuring freshwater protection is to find a way to maintain the connectivity, integrity and resilience of freshwater ecosystems while continuing anthropogenic activities, including generation of hydropower and irrigation among others. This challenge is made even more complex with climate change. The recently adopted Sharm el-Sheikh Implementation Plan flags this challenge, “… recognizing the critical role of protecting, conserving and restoring water systems and water-related ecosystems in delivering climate adaptation benefits and co-benefits, while ensuring social and environmental safeguards.” Managing freshwater ecosystems with these goals in mind will require collaboration across local, regional, national, and transboundary scales. — IUCN, 23h ago

new Primo Water’s water solutions expand consumer access to purified, spring, and mineral water to promote a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle while simultaneously reducing plastic waste and pollution. Primo Water is committed to its water stewardship standards and is proud to partner with the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) in North America as well as with Watercoolers Europe (WE), which ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, sanitation and regulatory standards for the benefit of consumer protection. — BevNET.com, 1d ago

new Continuous advancements in the technology used in agriculture have led to a shift in farming practices. With the increased export and import of agricultural commodities across different geographies, especially in developing regions, new types of harmful organisms have emerged, leading to an increase in the demand for novel active ingredient products to safeguard crops. Globalization of the agrochemical industry greatly impacts the Asian crop protection markets. With the highest population growth rate, increasing the need for food production, and economic growth, the demand for various agrochemicals, such as herbicides and pesticides, is increasing. — marketsandmarkets.com, 1d ago

new Mongolian nomadic cattle breeding can provide high-quality, low-cost raw materials to Russian food companies. As a result, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Mongolia’s cost of producing one ton of mutton is half that of Russia’s ($889 vs. $1,563), and the price of horse meat is one and a half times. The greatest potential for exporting these two categories of food raw materials to Russia for further processing or sale in frozen form. So, there is a chance that new global value chains or joint ventures will be established. — New Eastern Outlook, 1d ago

new UM6P prioritises research and innovation relevant to Morocco and Africa by focusing on topics such as industrialisation, food security, sustainable development, mining, behavioural and social sciences. — Eco-Business, 1d ago

new The USDA delegation visit underscored the importance of the U.S.-Vietnam agricultural relationship, including the two countries collaboration on climate smart agricultural practices and initiatives, and their work strengthening bilateral agricultural trade and promoting U.S. farm and food products to Vietnamese importers. — USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, 2d ago

new Nations aren’t powerless to limit future destruction: “Feasible, effective, and low-cost options for mitigation and adaptation are already available, with differences across systems and regions.” Solar and wind energy, electric vehicles and green urban infrastructure bring additional benefits such as lower levels of air pollution. Climate adaptation has the potential to increase food security and biodiversity conservation. — edmontonjournal, 1d ago

new ...and NYU Sterns School of Business training and after holding numerous high-profile corporate jobs, Hartman notably founded a start-up which designed and manufactured carriers for EpiPens. Of all her passions, Hartman is most dedicated to supporting research and innovation into food allergies and has given generously of her time, attention, and philanthropy so that other families can experience freedom from food allergies. She and her husband vigorously support food allergy programs and initiatives in ways that avoid some of the hurdles their son had to overcome in his food allergy journey. A current co-chair of FARE's Board of Governors, Hartman lives her commitment to food allergy every day. — prnewswire.com, 1d ago

new ..."In order to respond effectively to the various challenges that the international community is currently facing, cooperation between the G-7 and the G-20 has greater significance. Such pressing challenges include food security, climate and energy, fair and transparent development finance," Kishida wrote. — Daily Sabah, 1d ago

new ...“And the inequities are far and wide. We have food and housing insecurities, access to education, gaps in social and economic opportunities, wellness and health, environmental risks and impacts.”... — insurancebusinessmag.com, 1d ago

new However, there is room for improvement, and an opportunity for us to continue to go down this path of addressing food security concerns within a more resilient agricultural production system while also reducing the environmental footprint of the sector. It takes greater adoption of sustainable practices such as GHG emissions reductions, reducing water use, minimizing nutrient runoff into groundwater and protecting and preserving natural environments and ecosystems. — The Globe and Mail, 1d ago

new The many contributors to this volume explore the impacts of extreme weather events in Africa, the Caribbean and on Pacific islands, experiences of life-long defenders of the land and forests in Brazil, India, Indonesia, and eastern Canada, and efforts to halt the expansion of fossil-fuel infrastructure from North America to South Africa. They offer various perspectives on how a just transition toward a fossil-free economy can take shape, as they share efforts to protect water resources, better feed their communities, and implement new approaches to urban policy and energy democracy. — New Books Network, 1d ago

new Food deserts are an issue that has emerged in state legislatures in the past decade. In total, 18 bills were introduced in 10 states to incentivize food operations in areas lacking in grocery or other retail food options. California A 853 and S 725 prohibit a grocery establishment from ordering a mass layoff, relocation, or termination to prevent the creation of a food desert.Connecticut H 5775 expands access to affordable and nutritious food in food desert communities. Connecticut H 6854 establishes the Office of the Food Access Advocate and provides tax incentives for grocery stores in food deserts. Florida H 727 and S 778 authorize local government to enact land development regulations to permit land use for small-footprint grocery stores located in food-insecure areas.Missouri S 143 establishes a tax credit for grocery stores in a food desert. New Jersey A 1299 provides incentives to supermarkets and grocery stores that locate in food deserts. Texas H 1118 relates to tax credits for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert. West Virginia H 3016 establishes the Food Desert Produce Pilot Program. — Food Safety News, 1d ago

new Moreover, given that many young people with disabilities rely on school based social protection (such as school feeding programmes and social assistance for education payments), school closures increased poverty and food insecurity. — The BMJ, 1d ago