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Reduction in cattle numbers can unlock greenhouse gas mitigation potentials without compromising milk and meat production
Journal articles
This article claims that the beef and dairy sector of upper-middle countries demonstrate that it is possible to achieve net reductions in GHG emissions without reducing the production of animal source foods by increasing productivity and reducing herd sizes. However, in low-income countries, production growth is still driven by increases in animal numbers. The article argues that increasing productivity and reducing herd sizes across the world is required to meet the sector's climate targets. 
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The New Geopolitics of Food
Reports
IPES-Food’s latest report explores how geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, aid cuts, and climate shocks are driving food price volatility and reshaping global food security – and offers recommendations for more resilient, self-reliant food systems.
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The Nature of Business
Reports
A new report from the Nature Friendly Farming Network in the UK argues that an ambitious transition to nature-friendly farming is correct way forward for farm businesses as well as for people and planet. It sets out how emphasising soil health, water management and nature on farms will help farmers navigate the growing economic and environmental pressures they face. 
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Biofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture in Africa
Books
This book explores the potential of biofertilizers as a natural and eco-friendly alternative for promoting sustainable soil fertility management among smallholder farmers in Africa. It highlights current research trends on biofertilizers that can be adopted by resource-poor farmers, equipping stakeholders with knowledge to unlock relevant sustainable farming practices.
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Internship: Pig Farm Sustainability, University of Oxford, UK
Jobs
About the ProjectHelp shape the future of sustainable farming. This internship is part of a cutting-edge collaborationbetween the University of Oxford and Pilgrim’s Europe, tackling one of the biggest challenges andopportunities in UK agriculture: improving the sustainability of pig farming.You’ll play a hands-on role in gathering vital data from farmers across the country, insights that willfeed directly into world-class research and industry action on climate-smart farming.What You’ll Do• Engage with farmers: Conduct structured telephone interviews, building rapport andcollecting reliable data.• Collect and record accurate date: Record responses in survey tools and check figures (kg, t,kWh, L) for accuracy and plausibility.• Feedback and collaborate with the team: Regularly feedback to the team to summarise yourprogress, highlight trends etc. Hosts: University of Oxford, in collaboration with Pilgrim’s EuropeLocation: UK-based in Suffolk, or remote with occasional trips to Oxford and Suffolk (travelexpenses covered as appropriate)Duration: 8–12 weeks | Start: asap, e.g. approximately June 8th, End: by July 31stPaid: (good salary, e.g. £16.92 per hour for an undergraduate) with paid holiday leave pro rataHours: Full time (part time can be considered on a case-by-case basis)If you are interested, please send your CV and a cover letter (max 1 page each) to:Dr Emily Lewis-Brown (emily.lewis-brown@biology.ox.ac.uk) andDr Harriet Bartlett (harriet.bartlett@smithschool.ox.ac.uk)Asap, before 5pm GMT on the 30th of May 2026.
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​ Job: CEO Maternity Cover, Seaweed Scotland, Remote, Scotland
Jobs
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (Maternity Cover)Organisation: Seaweed Scotland (formally SSIA)Contract Type: Fixed-term part-time (13 months)Start Date: On or around 1 August 2026End Date: On or around 1 September 2027Hours: 3 or 4 days per week (negotiable)Salary: £27,000–£30,000 per annum (£45-50,000 FTE)Location: Home-based / Remote (Scotland), with travel as requiredReporting To: Board of Directors, Seaweed ScotlandAbout Seaweed ScotlandSeaweed Scotland (formerly the Scottish Seaweed Industry Association, SSIA) is the membership organisation and trade body representing the Scottish and UK seaweed sector. We support producers, researchers, policymakers, and innovators working across the full seaweed value chain, from wild harvesting and aquaculture to food, feed, biostimulants, cosmetics, and beyond.As a small but impactful organisation, we set expectations on industry standards, coordinate where possible research and industry alignment, we deliver events, and build on the evidence base for sustainable seaweed sector growth. We also lead the UK Seaweed Network, a cross-sector partnership with WWF-UK and UCL.​The RoleWe are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to cover the CEO role during a period of maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic, fast-growing trade body at a pivotal moment for the UK seaweed industry.The successful candidate will work closely with the current CEO during a minimum one-month handover period beginning in August 2026, before taking on full responsibility for the organisation from 1st September 2026 until 30th August 2027.The role is offered on a part-time basis of 3 - 4 days per week and can be performed remotely, with travel to meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements as required.
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Future Food Symposium
Event
The Future Food Symposium is a free, multi-disciplinary event, that showcases cutting edge research from across the food system. Now in its 8th year, the event in 2026 will be a hybrid, multi-site event, where participants can choose to attend their preferred tracks in person or online.
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Job: Trust and Foundations Manager, Action Against Hunger, London, UK
Jobs
We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger.  No challenge is too big. With you we can do it.  Join us.We are looking for a Trust and Foundations Manager to join a successful and ambitious team, responsible for managing existing donors, managing grants with strategic partners, producing clear and compelling donor communications, and proactively identifying new funding opportunities to support the organisation’s continued growth and impact. The right candidate will be a self-starter, with excellent written and verbal communications skills, who is highly motivated and passionate about ending world hunger.  They must bring experience of identifying potential new partnerships, securing gifts, and ongoing stewardship. For more detailed information on the roles, please download the attached pdf Job descriptions.Closing Date: 11-Jun-2026 23:30 Interview Date: w/c 22nd June 2026Please read the following carefully before making your application:  Then all you need to do is send your CV and write a covering letter explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role. Please specify in the application which role you are applying for.For further information on pay and employee benefits please visit our careers page on our websiteAs a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UKWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedbackIf you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk.
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PhD positions at The Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein, London, UK
Jobs
The Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein – Imperial is offering three fully funded PhDs as part of the first Bezos Centre PhD cohort on Alternative Proteins (2025 entry). As alternative proteins — from plant-based to cultivated and fermentation-based — continue to evolve, these interdisciplinary projects explore how we can ensure this transition benefits both people and planet.PhD in Sustainable Protein Futures: Infrastructure, Location, and Life Cycle Approaches with the Centre for Environmental Policy at Imperial College LondonPhD in Precision Fermentation: Sustainable C1-feedstocks at the Department of BioengineeringPhD in Consumer Acceptance and Marketing Strategies: Alternative Proteins with the Centre for Health Economics & Policy Innovation at the Imperial Business SchoolThese projects contribute directly to building a resilient, equitable, and sustainable food system — and get the chance to be part of a vibrant global research community with over 100+ researchers shaping the future of food.Shortlisted candidates will be required to apply formally through ‘My Imperial’ and to provide referees at that stage. These opportunities are fully funded for UK home students.Please share with anyone who might be interested!
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