Month: September 2021

A New Reason To Eat Organic: A Diverse Microbiome

September 17, 2021 Eosta

An organic apple contains more microscopic biodiversity, which is an essential ingredient for human health. This was revealed by Austrian research conducted in 2019 that compared the micro-biodiversity of conventionally grown and organic apples. Other new research indicates that microbial biodiversity is crucial for good health. And this is why Eosta is supporting a study carried out by Stichting Bac2nature (Bac2nature Foundation) and Maastricht University on the link between cultivation methods, microbial biodiversity and digestion. “Biodiversity is vitality,” according to Eosta CEO Volkert Engelsman. …

Sophie’s Kitchen Secures $5.6M in Funding for Growth

September 16, 2021 Sophie’s Kitchen

The funding will support the growth of the Sophie’s Kitchen brand, product innovation, and the Company’s overall mission of making a positive difference globally by changing unsustainable and unethical industries into ones that are. …

Bluefin Tuna Reveal Global Ocean Patterns of Mercury Pollution

September 16, 2021 Rutgers University–New Brunswick

Bluefin tuna, a long-lived migratory species that accumulates mercury as it ages, can be used as a global barometer of the heavy metal and the risk posed to ocean life and human health, according to a study by Rutgers and other institutions.  …

The Maine Oyster Trail highlights growing industry

September 16, 2021 Sean Murphy, Spectrum News

A new initiative from the Maine Aquaculture Association is aiming to bolster the farmed-raised oyster industry both locally and nationwide. …

The Very Good Butchers Debuts as Number One Release in Meatless Burgers Category on Amazon

September 16, 2021 The Very Good Food Company

Very Good Butchers, the leading brand of The Very Good Food Company, a plant-based meat company, whose plant-based Butcher Boxes, Smokin’ Burgers, and The Very Good Burgers are available for purchase on Amazon, were recently ranked as the number one release in the meatless burgers and patties category with Amazon U.S. Customers can order the brand’s post popular products through Amazon, further positioning its mission to make plant-based eating not only nutritious and delicious, but approachable and accessible. …