Food Production
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What are artisanal charcuterie production techniques and sourcing?
A single prosciutto leg, aged 36 months in a climate-controlled cellar, can lose up to 40% of its initial weight, a significant investment of time and resources before it ever reaches a plate, accordi
New England farmers struggle with soaring fuel and fertilizer costs
On a small farm in rural Vermont, a farmer now monitors soil moisture and controls irrigation from a smartphone app, a stark contrast to the rising fuel and fertilizer bills threatening his...
Artisan Cheese Making: Techniques, Variations & Quality Issues
In a survey of 61 cheesemakers, 71% reported battling undesirable surface molds, a common struggle undermining the quality of their artisan products, according to a study published on PubMed .
Food giants commit to advancing regenerative agriculture
Forty major food and agriculture groups have signed a joint declaration to advance and scale regenerative agriculture, marking a collective move towards more sustainable practices.