The EU Soil Monitoring Directive – What food supply chain players need to know?
Understanding the Impact of the EU Soil Monitoring Directive 60% of European soils are unhealthy – meaning they have sustained damage to their structure, microbial composition and overall nutrients. That in turn makes them more susceptible to erosion (being carried away by rain or wind) and their cultivation more input-intensive. This degradation is estimated to […]
Adapting to Climate Change in Agriculture – Are Droughts Reshaping the Agriculture Industry?
Adapting to Climate Change: Droughts Effects Climate change is undeniably impacting the world’s weather patterns, leading to a rise in extreme weather events that affect agriculture on a global scale. Droughts, once considered infrequent anomalies, have become more frequent and intense, with a staggering 29% increase in their occurrence since 2000. This prolonged lack of […]
The Importance of the U.S. Farm Bill for Food and Beverage Companies
The U.S. farm bill is a significant piece of legislation that plays a crucial role in shaping agricultural policy, supporting farmers, and impacting the food and beverage industry. Passed by the U.S. Congress every five years, the next reauthorization should be approved September 2023; the process has already started. The farm bill encompasses a wide […]
