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The Future of Food
I write about the evolving food landscape and the connections between our food systems, the natural environment and public health. My blog explores the factors that influence what we eat and the far-reaching impact of our food choices. Discover the stories, research, and ideas redefining our relationship with food.
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A food systems manifesto for the next UK government
As the UK looks ahead to the next election, food and farming policy has emerged as a critical issue. How we grow, process, distribute, and…
Food systems belong at the heart of climate action
Last year was the hottest in human history. February of this year continues the trend and was the ninth month in a row that has…
Rethinking food policy: Why we need a systems approach
Many factors influence our food choices. What’s for dinner depends partly on personal tastes, time, budget, and health goals. But individual decisions and preferences alone…
Beyond the plate: how a food systems approach nourishes people and the planet
Food is far more than something to simply satisfy hunger. It is woven into the fabric of human life and planetary health. Food choices shape…
Microbial Magic? The potential of fermentation in modern food systems
Fermentation may be just as important as fire when it comes to making food and, by extension, for human development. This ancient way of preserving…
What role can algae play in our food systems?
An algae-based diet was important for early human evolution and the nutrients they contain are critical for our flourishing. Yet algae play a marginal role…
The untapped potential of algae to transform our diets
Algae just might have superpowers. Packed with nutrients, including high levels of protein, essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals, some species are considered a ‘complete’…
Why should we eat lab-grown meat?
Lab-grown meat represents one of the most radical innovations to reach our modern food systems. Imagine a world in which we can create ‘real’ meat…
Will lab-grown meat really be good for animal welfare?
Lab-grown meat offers the tantalising prospect of a new relationship with our food producing animals: one that doesn’t require their death in order for us…
Are we ready for lab-grown meat?
I remember the news headlines back in 2013 when the first lab-grown beef was ready to eat… The most striking of these, to me, were…
