More and more people are questioning their eating habits, wanting to reduce their meat consumption. But is a vegan diet also climate-friendly?
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Sustainable fishing – Can we eat fish sustainably?
Fish is an important part of a healthy diet for many people around the world and in Europe.
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Cultured meat (in-vitro meat) is real meat, but no animal has to die to produce it. But how does it work exactly?
Continue readingWhy lentils and beans should be on the table – A recommendation for more legumes
Legumes are a real superfood and should end up on our plates more often in future. After all, they are healthy, full of protein and they protect our climate.
Continue readingRegional products vs. imported goods – Why food is imported
Our agriculture contributes to our food security. However, many agricultural commodities are currently imported – from meat and fish to nuts, fruit and vegetables.
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Some terms from the world of science are not so easy to understand. In our new series “Simply explained”, we break down complex topics and technical terms into understandable words.
Continue readingMushrooms as Superfoods: How Regional Mushrooms from Austria Can Enrich Our Diets
Regional mushrooms like porcini and chanterelles are real superfoods. Discover how they enrich our diet and why they’re a more sustainable option than exotic alternatives.
Continue readingChallenges and New Opportunities for Wine Production in Austria
Rising temperatures and extreme weather events are creating new challenges for Austrian winemakers. Learn how they are adapting and what impact these changes have on the quality of the wines.
Continue readingpro local Quiz August – Europe´s waste special
Test your knowledge about waste in Europe. 10 questions await you in our monthly quiz. We hope you enjoy solving them!
Continue readingEurope’s mountains of waste – 5 facts about waste management in the EU
Around 2.1 billion tons of waste are generated in the EU every year. The member states still differ greatly when it comes to waste management methods.
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