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As the #2024NortheastDairyConvention approaches, Northeast Dairy Media is looking back at some of the videos from the #2023NortheastDairyConvention. Click on the link below to watch the full interview with KROHNE! #NDFSA

During National Dairy Month - and all year long! - we recognize dairy producers' ongoing commitment to sustainability. For Greg Bethard, General Manager, CEO and CFO of High Plains Ponderosa Dairy in Kansas, this means having an infinite mindset about taking care of cows, people, the environment and the community for the long term. “Sustainability means that every decision we make revolves around being around for the next 20, 30, 40, 50 years.” Learn more about High Plains Ponderosa Dairy's commitment to sustainability in this National Milk Producers Federation feature: https://lnkd.in/g2DQVMnG #dairy #sustainability #dairymonth #nationaldairymonth #UndeniablyDairy

The global landscape of food production is evolving and the edible insect industry is emerging as a significant player in addressing nutritional needs and sustainability challenges. While more than two billion people worldwide already incorporate edible insects into their diet, the Australian sector is in its infancy, characterised by a small cohort of growers navigating the absence of industry standards and guidelines. Agrifutures' Emerging Industries sector has recently released a report on the Nutritional Benefits of Black Soldier Fly Larvae. The aim of the project was to conduct foundational research on BSFL to develop postharvest processing techniques to reduce microbial count and fractionate BSFL into protein, oil and chitin-rich fractions. According to the CSIRO, Australians consume an average of more than 110 kg of animal protein (e.g. beef, poultry, pork, fish and sheep) per head each year. Compared to global use in 2014, demand for animal-based food products is expected to surge up to 70% by 2050 (from the Animal Feed Science and Technology publication). The increase in animal production will add pressure to agriculture and food systems. Farming edible insects has several advantages compared to traditional livestock. It has less environmental impact, such as lower greenhouse gas emissions, less ammonia pollution and less land and water use, compared to growing farm animals.  Edible insects can be grown using only food waste without the use of water and they require less space to produce more digestible body weight than beef. The digestible body mass of edible insects (e.g. BSFL and mealworms) is 100%, compared to 40% in beef cattle. Given that the Black Soldier Fly Larvae is highly digestible to canines, and their high proportion of healthy fatty acids, it's little wonder that this form of protein is becoming more and more popular in dog food in Europe, Asia and North America. It's solving a protein problem, a waste problem and contributing to a healthy diet for our pets. Reports such as this help promote the benefits of edible insects to our population in Australia. Spread the word. There's nothing to lose here. #insectprotein Insect Protein Association of Australia #smallbusinessaustralia #sustainableliving https://lnkd.in/gxX92iar

Food systems are inherently complex and dynamic, constituting a wide range of actors and activities spanning agricultural production, processing, distribution, consumption, and disposal, as well as the linkages and dependencies between activities and the broader environmental and social context. Food systems policies must take into account synergies and trade-offs between outcomes in different food systems components and should be grounded in detailed understanding of food system characteristics, structure, drivers, and challenges – @ReSAKSS #ATOR “African Food Systems Transformation and the Post-Malabo Agenda,” finds. More👉 https://rb.gy/1h2afn

A big step back! 🇵🇱🍽️ Poland’s Ministry of Agriculture is planning to ban “meaty” names for plant-based foods, according to a draft proposal recently revealed to the public. The move aims to limit the usage of terms such as “sausage”, “ham”, and others only to animal-based food products – a clear step backwards that can harm the availability of plant proteins in the Polish market despite consumers’ demands. 📊 ProVeg International’s CEO Jasmijn de Boo commented on the development: “This is a very disappointing development because studies have shown that consumers are simply not confused by the use of “meaty” names for plant-based foods.” 📋 “What we would rather see is industry and Government work to actively promote climate-friendly food so that we can tackle the very immediate threat of climate change. Governments need to be going all-out to promote plant-based foods, such as by making funding available for research and promoting public procurement of plant-based food,” says de Boo. Read our full statement on our website: https://hubs.ly/Q02d9Q7B0 #ProVeg #Poland #PlantBasedLabelling #PlantBasedMeat

🌐 EFFOP's 2023 General Assembly Recap 🌐   We're thrilled to share insights from EFFOP's recent General Assembly in Brussels. Here are the key updates:   👥 New Leadership: Welcome Odd Eliasen as Chair, Johannes von Holten as Vice Chair, and our new board members!   🚀 Successful Assembly: Held from Nov 7-8, the assembly fostered productive discussions with the European Commission, Parliament, and FEFAC, providing valuable inputs for enhancing solutions for European fishmeal and fish oil producers.   🤝 Advocacy in the Parliament: EFFOP engaged in a constructive dialogue with MEP Asger Christensen, emphasizing the need for aligning legislation with practical industry realities, focusing on a balanced approach addressing environmental concerns and food security.   🤝 Collaboration with the Commission: Meetings with DG MARE and DG SANTE outlined initiatives for registering and monitoring landings, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and discussing current regulations for production of fish oil for human consumption. EFFOP advocates for a harmonized system for equitable conditions among producers.   🤝 Future Collaboration: Positive discussions with FEFAC revealed shared interests, paving the way for a promising partnership. Our goal is to enhance sustainability, food security, and contribute to improved nutrition.   🔍 Tackling Challenges: Reflecting on 2022 and 2023, EFFOP proactively addressed post-Brexit effects, BREF conclusions, and PFAS concerns. Looking ahead, our focus is on supporting European producers in navigating potential complex challenges.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eFhc-rT4   #fishmeal #fishoil #EFFOP #euaquaculture #eufishery

🚨 New Op-Ed by Dr. Evan Fraser! 🚨 In his latest piece for The Vancouver Sun, AFI Director highlights the challenges facing British Columbia’s food system. He explores how underinvestment in food processing and restrictive policies prevent farmers from getting their world-class products to market, all while food insecurity is rising. He calls for urgent action to build a more resilient, sustainable food system that will tremendously benefit not only BC but Canada at large. 📖 Read more: https://bit.ly/4dLKJfH #FoodSecurity #BCAgriculture #FoodSystems #ClimateAction

Food systems are inherently complex and dynamic, constituting a wide range of actors and activities spanning agricultural production, processing, distribution, consumption, and disposal, as well as the linkages and dependencies between activities and the broader environmental and social context. Food systems policies must take into account synergies and trade-offs between outcomes in different food systems components and should be grounded in a detailed understanding of food system characteristics, structure, drivers, and challenges – ReSAKSS #ATOR “African Food Systems Transformation and The Post-Malabo Agenda,” finds. More👉 https://lnkd.in/e-6WKwAT

Food systems are inherently complex and dynamic, constituting a wide range of actors and activities spanning agricultural production, processing, distribution, consumption, and disposal, as well as the linkages and dependencies between activities and the broader environmental and social context. Food systems policies must take into account synergies and trade-offs between outcomes in different food systems components and should be grounded in detailed understanding of food system characteristics, structure, drivers, and challenges – ReSAKSS #ATOR “African Food Systems Transformation and The Post-Malabo Agenda,” finds. More👉 https://rb.gy/1h2afn

Food systems are inherently complex and dynamic, constituting a wide range of actors and activities spanning agricultural production, processing, distribution, consumption, and disposal, as well as the linkages and dependencies between activities and the broader environmental and social context. Food systems policies must take into account synergies and trade-offs between outcomes in different food systems components and should be grounded in detailed understanding of food system characteristics, structure, drivers, and challenges – ReSAKSS #ATOR “African Food Systems Transformation and The Post-Malabo Agenda,” finds. More👉 https://rb.gy/1h2afn