Researchers at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand have developed a liquid potassium soap made from used cooking oil that could offer a new approach to pest control in organic agriculture. The research adds to growing interest in converting food waste streams into agricultural inputs, while emerging studies are examining how waste cooking oil derivatives could be used against a range of crop pests.
Our “Policy & Advocacy” themed crossword puzzle focused on the regenerative, organic, and non-gmo supply chain.
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Discussing UPFs: Science, Awareness, and Action Hans Eisenbeis, director at the Non-GMO Project, emphasized the growing concern over ultra-processed foods
A new Texas restriction on pesticide misting in grocery stores highlights the growing scrutiny surrounding how pesticides are used in food retail environments. The development also raises broader questions about exposure, food safety, and the standards retailers use to protect products and customers.
