Researchers are testing alternatives to antibiotics in the production of lab-grown meat.
Food scientists found random antimicrobial peptide mixtures can combat bacterial contamination in cultured meat production.
The study’s lead researcher says that eliminating antibiotics in cellular agriculture can enhance consumer safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability.
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The coalition says the program was designed to make cover crop enrollment faster and easier for producers.
European officials say the temporary move is aimed at easing pressure on farmers as conflict in the Middle East disrupts fertilizer markets.