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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

We’ve all heard about climate change’s effect on our planet, but what about its catastrophic impact on human health?

Many elections, many consequences

With a vast number of citizens around the world voting for leaders and legislatures this year, much will depend on their trust in the electoral

Time to defend science under attack

In an age of “alternative facts” and conspiracy theories, protecting trust in science is crucial.

Climate-smart food

Climate change is taking a tremendous toll on the world’s food systems, leading scientists to rethink how we feed ourselves.

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Trouble is brewing for the future of beer

Brewers are pursuing solutions to reduce water usage, encourage more sustainable farming, limit material use, and power facilities with clean energy.

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Lab-grown answers to food’s triple threat

A food crisis like few have ever seen could be the impetus for lab-grown and other food alternatives to thrive. But it won’t be without its own challenges.

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How Inca wisdom can fix our food crisis

The world currently has only 10 weeks of wheat supplies left, a far cry from the three to seven years of food supply the Incas kept in storage.

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When local matters, food quality improves

Degrowth focuses on quality products, local economies and basic needs. It promises a more ecologically sustainable future.

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Indonesia embraces new thinking amid rice crisis

As the effects of climate change become more apparent, long-held traditions will need to be resurrected. Others will need to be abandoned.

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Agriculture 4.0 is helping farmers do more with less

The fourth agricultural revolution promises to grow more food on less land while feeding more people.

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Extinction on our plates

Reducing the biodiversity footprint of food consumption requires immediate and widespread action

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Indigenous peoples have adapted to drought for millennia

Indigenous communities around the world pioneered drought resilience and adaptation. As extreme heat intensifies, the world needs to heed their lessons.

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A bad wrap? Using packaging well to reduce food waste

Vast amounts of food are sent to landfill. But the jury’s out on whether packaging is friend or foe in the fight against the problem.

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Urban farming taking root in Malaysia

Almost 10 million Malaysians face food insecurity. Initiatives to support alternative food sources are taking root, but challenges remain.

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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

Many elections, many consequences

Time to defend science under attack

Climate-smart food

Trouble is brewing for the future of beer

Lab-grown answers to food’s triple threat

How Inca wisdom can fix our food crisis

When local matters, food quality improves

Indonesia embraces new thinking amid rice crisis

Agriculture 4.0 is helping farmers do more with less

Extinction on our plates

Indigenous peoples have adapted to drought for millennia

A bad wrap? Using packaging well to reduce food waste

Urban farming taking root in Malaysia

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