QR codes on milk cartons could be used to provide consumers with detailed information on the care and wellbeing of farm animals reared as livestock. By ALI JONES A simple QR code printed on the packaging could mean a carton of milk might one day offer a window onto the health and welfare of the cows … Read more
With the tourism industry on a high bounce following the lifting of pandemic restrictions, many holiday-goers are looking for ways to travel more responsibly and sustainably. But the annual surge of visitors at resorts and destinations can create environmental headaches for people living in the locality. Following two years of restrictions and with pent-up demand, … Read more
Some vitally important European crops like vines and olives are being devastated by disease. Scientists are searching for biological replacements for chemical pesticides to improve crop and human health. The threat to agriculture from invasive species is huge. The United Nations (UN) estimates that plant disease costs the world’s economy over €200 billion per … Read more
The coronavirus pandemic has upended the lives of people around the world, with our youth among the hardest hit as their education, work opportunities and social lives are put on hold. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, young Europeans were increasingly mobile, moving around the EU for education, and work, while major strides were being made … Read more
We asked a selection of Europe’s scientists to shed light on their research and make predictions for the new year. Despite the pandemic having upended so many aspects of our lives, scientists are optimistic about a slew of promising scientific advances they expect in 2022 in several research areas. Some breakthroughs will come because … Read more
While fighting food waste is a year-round mission, it’s more important than ever around the holidays. This is something to consider during this year’s festivities, typically known for an abundance of food. Across Europe, holidays have become synonymous with overeating and food waste. While celebrations are marked with a glut of festive fare, latest … Read more