Mainstreaming biodiversity in tropical supply chain is possible - methods and measures presented

Efficient criteria in food standards and practical methods for effective measures in agriculture are cited as success factors.

01-Jun-2023 - For about four and a half years, experts of the Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GIZ, the Global Nature Fund (GNF) and the Lake Constance Foundation have developed and tested effective approaches to integrate biodiversity measures on the plantations, using the example of bananas and ...

POWTECH 2023: Visitors from all around the world look forward to a wide-ranging programme

01-Jun-2023 - From 26 to 28 September 2023, numerous international experts in mechanical processing, bulk solids and conveying technology will once again gather at POWTECH. Around 600 exhibitors will showcase the latest solutions for processing solids and liquids. The extensive supporting programme with new ...

The milk of the future - further along the sustainable path

01-Jun-2023 - From climate protection and consumption statistics to circular economy and innovative next-generation approaches on farms and in dairies - our milk is part of many debates. An up-to-date overview of the milk of the future as of June 1, 2023. For consumers:inside, milk continues to be part of We ...

Curcumin activates tumor suppressive signaling pathway

Researchers have identified a signaling pathway via which curcumin can suppress the metastasis of colorectal cancer cells

31-May-2023 - Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide. In over half of all cases, an important protective mechanism in cells is inactivated by mutations – the tumor suppressor gene p53. The product of this gene, a transcription factor, induces a microRNA molecule called miR-34, ...

How tasty is the food? Ask your brain!

The joy of eating – but when is it enough?

26-May-2023 - To know when it’s time for a meal – and when to stop eating again – is important to survive and to stay healthy, for humans and animals alike. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence investigated how the brain regulates feeding behavior in mice. The team found that the ...

Research success: help for children with peanut allergy

26-May-2023 - Patches containing peanut protein can reduce the risk of severe allergic reactions in children under four years of age in the long term. This is shown by a study with the participation of the University Hospital Frankfurt. The results have now been published in the renowned New England Journal of ...

Delicious at last: New proteins to revolutionize gluten-free baked goods

In the near future, bread could also come from the 3D printer

25-May-2023 - Daisies, peas, rapeseed & Co.: Researchers at the University of Hohenheim want to replace gluten protein with new alternatives. Instead of ovens, 3-D printers would be possible. Gluten is one of the largest natural proteins and has fantastic properties: It keeps a well-cooked dough airy until ...

How brands can expand the maternal milk market in APAC

24-May-2023 - The maternal diet exerts a profound influence on fetal development and the overall well-being of the child. Milk and milk products are invaluable sources of essential nutrients that contribute significantly to fetal growth. Maternal milk acts as a comprehensive nutritional source, supplying ...

A guide through the genome

23-May-2023 - Plants show enormous variety in traits relevant to breeding, such as plant height, yield and resistance to pests. One of the greatest challenges in modern plant research is to identify the differences in genetic information that are responsible for this variation. A research team led by the "Crop ...

Quality testing of raw cocoa with AI

23-May-2023 - Rausch GmbH, a renowned manufacturer of chocolate, and QVISIONS GmbH, a Berlin-based start-up, have announced a cooperation for the digital quality inspection of raw cocoa. This will involve the use of AI-powered software that uses imagery to record the quality of raw cocoa and digitize the ...