Food


Five global issues shaping 2024 and how to tackle them

Five global issues shaping 2024 and how to tackle them

ByBryony CottamFeb 24, 2024
The Geographical Better World Video Awards highlights the stories of the people working to tackle some of the biggest global issues today
‘What’s for dinner’? ‘It’s fried crickets’

‘What’s for dinner’? ‘It’s fried crickets’

ByStuart ButlerNov 29, 2023
Will insects be the superfood of the future? Experts say that eating insects is good for us and good for the planet.
New study finds toxic pesticides in commercial baby food

New study finds toxic pesticides in commercial baby food

ByStuart ButlerNov 24, 2023
new study reveals that nearly 40% of conventional baby food sold in the US contains toxic pesticides that could be harmful to health.
Europe’s illegal caviar trade

Europe’s illegal caviar trade

ByStuart ButlerNov 22, 2023
Report claims that half of the caviar sold in Europe is illegally sourced and some isn't caviar at all
A production line for wheat flour. Global trade in wheat is greater than for all other crops combined

How we feed the 9 million people on our warming planet

ByMark RoweNov 16, 2023
What we grow where is changing dramatically as global warming causes more and more disruption to food production
Climate-driven food shortages could cause civil unrest in the UK

Climate-driven food shortages could cause civil unrest in the UK

ByGeographical StaffOct 13, 2023
UK food experts believe a shortage of kitchen cupboard staples, caused by climate change, could lead to civil unrest within the next 50 years
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Britain’s fish stocks are heading for collapse – report states

ByStuart ButlerSep 13, 2023
A report published in September 2023 states that half of the UK’s key fish populations are overfished or in a critical state.
Current production methods of lab-grown beef could be far worse for the environment than traditional farm agriculture

Is lab-grown meat the future of agriculture?

ByBryony CottamJun 28, 2023
A new breakthrough in lab-grown beef takes agriculture another step away from the farm
Review: Avocado Anxiety by Louise Gray

Review: Avocado Anxiety by Louise Gray

A stimulating and refreshing read which helps you make informed decisions about what to eat for your health and the planet's
The food revolution necessary for a sustainable future

The food revolution necessary for a sustainable future

A rapid change in eating habits is deemed necessary to avoid climate catastrophe, but what does the future of food look like?
Could insects really be the answer to feeding the world?

Could insects really be the answer to feeding the world?

ByKatie BurtonFeb 28, 2020

Grasshoppers made into powder for use in other foodstuffs Image: Shutterstock Scientists and businesses are convinced that farming insects could…