In India, 85 per cent of the population is deficient in iron, 89 per cent in Vitamin A, and over two-thirds in zinc. A new … Dietary changes can reduce greenhouse emissions by up to 25%Read more
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Half of World’s Food Going to Waste
A new study has found that up to half of all food worldwide is going to waste. Britain’s Institution of Mechanical Engineers says that at … Half of World’s Food Going to WasteRead more
Posted inFamine / ToMl
The Real Irish American Story Not Taught in Schools
“Wear green on St. Patrick’s Day or get pinched.” That pretty much sums up the Irish-American “curriculum” that I learned when I was in school. … The Real Irish American Story Not Taught in SchoolsRead more
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The Science About Eating Out
Americans are increasingly putting their money where their mouth is—and eating out more than ever before. Back in 1970, Americans only spent 26 percent of … The Science About Eating OutRead more
Posted inCapitalism / ToMl
It’s Time to Confront the Scourge of Capitalism in the Food System
In December, the Kraft Heinz Company launched a multimillion-dollar advertising campaign in response to “prolonged negative perceptions” about the health risk associated with its products. … It’s Time to Confront the Scourge of Capitalism in the Food SystemRead more
Posted inIndia / Subsidy / ToMl
India’s food subsidy programme, future of farmers hang in the balance
When the World Trade Organization (WTO) meets in Buenos Aires in Argentina next month, India would be arguing for something of immense importance for the … India’s food subsidy programme, future of farmers hang in the balanceRead more
Posted inSubsidy / ToMl
You paid for your Thanksgiving meal before you even went to the store
It’s that time of year again, when millions of Americans gather for Thanksgiving meals of turkey and plentiful sides. I hope you enjoy yourself, because … You paid for your Thanksgiving meal before you even went to the storeRead more
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Dire Consequences of Corporate Consolidation Throughout Global Food Chain
As the European Commission considers a proposed mega-merger between Bayer and Monsanto, new research published Tuesday illustrates how corporations are monopolizing the global food system—jeopardizing … Dire Consequences of Corporate Consolidation Throughout Global Food ChainRead more
Posted inFisheries / News / Pollution
Does size matter? Bigger cod contains more mercury
The Norwegian Institute of Water Research (NIVA) has been monitoring the mercury levels in the Oslofjord cod since 1984. Their latest research article says that … Does size matter? Bigger cod contains more mercuryRead more