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An illustration shows a person standing in front of an empty refrigerated display case in a grocery store. Above the case hangs a sign that reads "NO EGGS". The surrounding shelves are stocked with various food products. This scene visually represents the scarcity of eggs and its impact on consumers, a situation potentially caused by factors like bird flu, as discussed in this article.
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Food Systems

What Do Egg Prices Have To Do With Pandemics? Understanding the Bird Flu Crisis

The current egg price crisis isn't just costing consumers more money, it's putting farmers at risk, as well as causing concern for another pandemic. This feature explores the impacts of avian flu (H5N1).
A colorful illustration features a bowl containing a variety of healthy foods. Included are rice, carrots, broccoli, edamame, and tempeh. These components together suggest a meal that is protein-rich (thanks to the tempeh) and beneficial for gut health.
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Health

The High-Protein, Gut-Friendly Food That's Been a Staple for Centuries—And It's Going Mainstream

From gut health to heart health, this fermented food checks more boxes than your average protein bar
An illustration shows a black and white cow standing in a field that transitions from green grass to yellow flowers. The scene depicts a natural, pastoral setting. This imagery represents the traditional source of butter (dairy) in contrast to fields that yield ingredients for plant-based oils.
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Health

The Great Fat Debate: What Science Really Says About Butter and Plant Oils

We dig into the fat facts to settle what’s hype, what’s harmful, and what’s heart-healthy
An illustration depicts five individuals seated around a table laden with plates of food. They appear to be enjoying a meal together in a bright and welcoming setting with indoor plants and a sign that reads "MADE IN HACKNEY". This scene visually represents the communal aspect of food and shared meals, highlighting how community kitchens foster food security.
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Politics Of Food

The Hidden Power of Community Kitchens: Tackling Hunger and Creating Fairer Food Access

Discover how community kitchens empower communities, fight hunger, and make nutritious food accessible to all.
A split illustration contrasting two environments for dairy cows. On the left, a black and white cow stands in a sunny, green pasture under a blue sky with white clouds. On the right, a brown and white cow stands inside a dimly lit barn with metal walls and visible equipment. This visual juxtaposition highlights the different living conditions of dairy cows, relevant to the journey of dairy production.
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Ethics

From Cow to Cup: The Journey of Dairy Most Consumers Don't See

A deep dive in to the impact of the dairy industry, and a reality-check regarding the awareness most consumers have about farming cows for milk.
An illustration depicts a large blue whale swimming upwards towards the surface, where a cloud of red particles disperses in the water. Two smaller whales swim below. This image visually represents the potential negative impacts on the Antarctic ecosystem, specifically whales, from activities like krill harvesting, as discussed in the FoodFacts.org article. The scene is set in a cold, icy underwater environment.
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Environment

Who’s Killing Antarctica’s Ecosystem? The Dark Side of Krill Harvesting

‍The Antarctic Crisis No One’s Talking About
Illustration of a brown dog eating plant-based kibble from a blue bowl, next to a person's legs. This image relates to the growing interest in plant-based diets for dogs, as discussed in the linked FoodFacts.org article. The background is abstract with maroon, green, and yellow sections. The "foodfacts" logo is visible.
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Nutrition

Are Meat-Based Diets Putting Our Dogs at Risk? Exploring Healthier, Climate-Friendly Alternatives

Dogs need nutrients, not specific ingredients—and plant-based diets can deliver what matters
A vibrant image of birds perched on branches amidst a coffee agroforestry system, with lush green trees and coffee plants in the background. The scene highlights the biodiversity and ecological balance provided by agroforestry practices. This visual complements the article "Can Agroforestry Save Coffee from Climate Catastrophe?", which discusses how agroforestry can offer a sustainable solution to the climate challenges facing coffee cultivation by integrating trees with coffee crops, enhancing resilience, and supporting biodiversity. The article emphasizes the importance of such practices in protecting coffee production from climate-related threats.
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The Climate Crisis

Can Agroforestry Save Coffee from Climate Catastrophe?

Discover how agroforestry could rescue coffee farming from environmental collapse.
An illustrated infographic depicting the concept of the circular economy, with interconnected arrows forming a loop, symbolizing sustainability, waste reduction, and resource reuse. The image is tied to the article "Reimagining the Food System Through Circular Thinking," which explores how a circular economy model can transform food systems by minimizing waste and optimizing resources for a more sustainable future. The article discusses how this approach can help reshape food production, consumption, and waste management to create a more resilient and eco-friendly system.
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Food Systems

Reimagining the Food System Through Circular Thinking

What Is the Circular Economy, and Why It Could Transform the Food System
A split image showing two contrasting scenes: on the left, an overcrowded factory farm with pigs confined in a sterile, industrial environment; on the right, a vibrant, sustainable vertical farm with greenery and fresh produce. This visual encapsulates the stark difference between factory farming practices and the future of sustainable agriculture, aligning with the article "A Closer Look at Factory Farming." The article explores the ethical and environmental challenges of factory farming, highlighting the need for innovation in food systems, such as urban farming and plant-based alternatives.
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Food Systems

A Closer Look at Factory Farming: Why It Matters and What Can Change

Most food animals are factory farmed, here's what you need to know about the industry
A contemplative farmer stands in a vibrant, scenic field, looking toward the horizon with a picturesque mountainous backdrop and a colorful sky. The scene symbolizes a harmonious relationship between agriculture and innovation. This aligns with the article "Farmers Say Lab-Grown Meat Is Not the Enemy," which discusses the growing acceptance of lab-grown meat within the farming community. The article emphasizes that lab-grown meat could complement traditional farming practices rather than replace them, fostering sustainability and reducing environmental impacts in the food production system.
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Food Systems

Farmers Say Lab-Grown Meat 'Not the Enemy' - Here's Why

British farmers say they are open to collaborating with “lab-grown” meat producers in the coming years
A digitally collaged image shows a serious-looking man wearing an Arla-branded shirt, flanked by two dairy cows and splashes of milk. Behind him are industrial buildings tilted on seesaws and colorful abstract shapes. The image, featured on FoodFacts.org, relates to the article about Arla’s methane-reducing feed additive Bovaer, climate protests, and the controversy surrounding dairy industry emissions.
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Food Systems

Milk Down the Drain: Some Social Media Users Protests Over Arla’s Methane-Reducing Additive Bovaer

Some UK social media users pour milk down sinks in protest of Arla’s methane-reducing additive Bovaer, sparking debate over dairy’s environmental impact and the industry’s response to climate challenges
A woman in a plaid shirt closely inspects two avocados while shopping in the produce section of a grocery store. The image, featured on FoodFacts.org, relates to the debate over the necessity of best-before dates, highlighting consumer decision-making and food waste reduction through personal judgment and visual inspection of freshness.
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Food Systems

Are ‘Best Before’ Dates Necessary? Understanding Food Labels and Reducing Waste

While much of the industry maintains that best before dates are helpful, anti-waste campaigners argue that they encourage people to throw out still-fresh foods
A beach heavily littered with plastic waste, including bottles, containers, and other debris, stretches alongside a scenic shoreline with lush green cliffs and calm ocean waves. The image, featured in a FoodFacts.org article, emphasizes the environmental toll of food packaging and highlights the urgent need for sustainable alternatives to reduce plastic pollution in marine ecosystems.
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Environment

Trapped in a Plastic Tide: The Devastating Impact of Food Packaging and the Fight for Change

Plastic food packaging contributes significantly to pollution, microplastic contamination, and health risks, but innovations like bioplastics and global action offer hope for reducing plastic waste
A group of smiling people stands in front of a Food Stash Foundation truck featuring colorful, illustrated produce and community-themed artwork, suggesting a shared mission focused on food rescue and sustainability.
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Food Systems

Closing Canada’s Food Waste Gap: How Food Stash Foundation Leads the Charge

Amid Canada’s worsening affordability crisis, one Vancouver-based foundation is transforming food waste into hope.
A futuristic laser-weeding machine emits red beams onto crop rows in a sunny, arid agricultural field. The image highlights a cutting-edge technology featured in the article, which explores how laser weeding offers a promising, chemical-free alternative for sustainable farming by precisely targeting weeds and reducing environmental impact.
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Environment

Laser-Weeding: A Game-Changing Technology for Sustainable Farming

Laser weeding sounds like sci-fi, but it’s cutting chemicals—and emissions—out of modern farming