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"Food Security Time Bomb": Expert Warns Hormuz Blockade Could Threaten Supply
Fertilisers require natural gas to be produced, and 20 per cent of global gas shipments pass through this route.
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UK Food Supply At Risk From War Or Climate Shocks, Report Warns
A leading food policy expert has warned that the UK should begin stockpiling food to prepare for potential disruptions caused by climate change, war or cyber attacks.
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Delhi Government's New Food Security Rules To Focus On Quota, Eligibility
Aiming to reform the food distribution system, the Delhi government is planning to issue ration cards based on a quota set for each district that will be determined by the population, a senior government official said on Thursday.
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Centre's Scheme For Pregnant Women Severely Underfunded: Sonia Gandhi In Rajya Sabha
Congress MP Sonia Gandhi has flagged a severe lack of funds for a government programme that aims to provide maternity benefits to pregnant women.
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Microplastics Choking Plant Life Could Put 400 Million People At Risk of Starvation In 20 Years: Study
A study finds that microplastics are damaging the photosynthesis of plants, threatening global food security and increasing the risk of starvation for millions.
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Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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New Dual-Reactor Tech Turns CO2 Into Protein for Food and Sustainability
A team of engineers in China has developed an innovative dual-reactor system that converts carbon dioxide into a high-protein product suitable for human and animal consumption. The two-stage process uses microbial electrosynthesis to turn CO2 into acetate, which is then used by bacteria to produce single-cell protein. This system promises a more su...
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Climate Change Causes Decline in Rice Quality Across East Asia, New Study Suggests
A recent study highlights a decline in rice quality across East Asia due to climate change. Using 35 years of data, researchers found that rising nighttime temperatures significantly reduce the head rice rate (HRR), especially in Japan and China. The study also identifies solar radiation, precipitation changes, and vapor pressure as contributing fa...
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Golgappa , Coffee Samples Found Substandard In Himachal
After samples of 'rotes' sold at Hamirpur's temple trust shop failed, samples of 'golgappa' water and coffee have been found to be substandard while those of mustard oil have failed the test in Himachal Pradesh's Una district.
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World Food Day 2024: Shocking Facts About Global Hunger And How We Can Help Reduce It
World Food Day 2024 serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address global hunger and promote sustainable food systems.
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Banana Apocalypse Could Be Averted Thanks to Genetic Breakthrough
A recent breakthrough in genetic research offers new hope for saving the world’s banana supply from fusarium wilt, a devastating disease that threatens the Cavendish variety. This study, detailed in Nature Microbiology, sheds light on how this disease, which previously wiped out the Gros Michel bananas in the 1950s, is now affecting Cavendish ban...
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Climate Change Could Make Earth's Oldest Microorganisms Dominant in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research highlights a significant shift in marine ecosystems due to climate change. Prokaryotes, the oldest and smallest microorganisms on Earth, are expected to become more dominant as ocean temperatures rise. These microorganisms, which include bacteria and archaea, play a crucial role in marine nutrient cycles and food chains. However, their...
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India Food Surplus Nation, Aims To Find Global Food Security Solution: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India has become a food surplus country and is also working to provide solutions for global food and nutritional security.
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World Hunger Day 2024: History, Significance And Sustainable Solutions
World Hunger Day, observed on May 28, highlights the critical issue of global hunger, with nearly 811 million people affected worldwide.
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UK PM Rishi Sunak To Announce New Initiative For Developing Climate-Resilient Crops
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce a new science initiative to bring together work on developing climate-resilient crops as his government hosts a Global Food Security Summit in London on Monday.
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"Food Security Time Bomb": Expert Warns Hormuz Blockade Could Threaten Supply
Fertilisers require natural gas to be produced, and 20 per cent of global gas shipments pass through this route.
-
UK Food Supply At Risk From War Or Climate Shocks, Report Warns
A leading food policy expert has warned that the UK should begin stockpiling food to prepare for potential disruptions caused by climate change, war or cyber attacks.
-
Delhi Government's New Food Security Rules To Focus On Quota, Eligibility
Aiming to reform the food distribution system, the Delhi government is planning to issue ration cards based on a quota set for each district that will be determined by the population, a senior government official said on Thursday.
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Centre's Scheme For Pregnant Women Severely Underfunded: Sonia Gandhi In Rajya Sabha
Congress MP Sonia Gandhi has flagged a severe lack of funds for a government programme that aims to provide maternity benefits to pregnant women.
-
Microplastics Choking Plant Life Could Put 400 Million People At Risk of Starvation In 20 Years: Study
A study finds that microplastics are damaging the photosynthesis of plants, threatening global food security and increasing the risk of starvation for millions.
-
Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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New Dual-Reactor Tech Turns CO2 Into Protein for Food and Sustainability
A team of engineers in China has developed an innovative dual-reactor system that converts carbon dioxide into a high-protein product suitable for human and animal consumption. The two-stage process uses microbial electrosynthesis to turn CO2 into acetate, which is then used by bacteria to produce single-cell protein. This system promises a more su...
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Climate Change Causes Decline in Rice Quality Across East Asia, New Study Suggests
A recent study highlights a decline in rice quality across East Asia due to climate change. Using 35 years of data, researchers found that rising nighttime temperatures significantly reduce the head rice rate (HRR), especially in Japan and China. The study also identifies solar radiation, precipitation changes, and vapor pressure as contributing fa...
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Golgappa , Coffee Samples Found Substandard In Himachal
After samples of 'rotes' sold at Hamirpur's temple trust shop failed, samples of 'golgappa' water and coffee have been found to be substandard while those of mustard oil have failed the test in Himachal Pradesh's Una district.
-
World Food Day 2024: Shocking Facts About Global Hunger And How We Can Help Reduce It
World Food Day 2024 serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address global hunger and promote sustainable food systems.
-
Banana Apocalypse Could Be Averted Thanks to Genetic Breakthrough
A recent breakthrough in genetic research offers new hope for saving the world’s banana supply from fusarium wilt, a devastating disease that threatens the Cavendish variety. This study, detailed in Nature Microbiology, sheds light on how this disease, which previously wiped out the Gros Michel bananas in the 1950s, is now affecting Cavendish ban...
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Climate Change Could Make Earth's Oldest Microorganisms Dominant in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research highlights a significant shift in marine ecosystems due to climate change. Prokaryotes, the oldest and smallest microorganisms on Earth, are expected to become more dominant as ocean temperatures rise. These microorganisms, which include bacteria and archaea, play a crucial role in marine nutrient cycles and food chains. However, their...
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India Food Surplus Nation, Aims To Find Global Food Security Solution: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India has become a food surplus country and is also working to provide solutions for global food and nutritional security.
-
World Hunger Day 2024: History, Significance And Sustainable Solutions
World Hunger Day, observed on May 28, highlights the critical issue of global hunger, with nearly 811 million people affected worldwide.
-
UK PM Rishi Sunak To Announce New Initiative For Developing Climate-Resilient Crops
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce a new science initiative to bring together work on developing climate-resilient crops as his government hosts a Global Food Security Summit in London on Monday.
