Nigerian activists went to town to condemn the govt s encouragement to GM Foods.

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FOOD LABELS MAY STILL MISLEAD YOU!!!

According to a Report by Grace Hussain most food labels may be misleading after all . She cited many ways this may occur. ad gave some tips o playing safe Pls read on .1 Label Says “Sugar-Free” The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides guidelines for a variety of common food labels, including sugar-free. While the […]

HONEY and ITS BENEFITS

This is regarded as natural without any adverse effect reminiscent of chemical laden componuds Its uses include For preservation, As a sweetener Has minerals and vitamins essential form body function Boosts immunity Serves as a cleanser Enhances body beauty May guard against cancer and has been associated with the treatment of ailments like asthma, diabetes, […]

Food Safety—Once Again the GREAT GM Debate Holds in Kenya

The Role of Genetically Modified Organisms is set to be discussed once again, this time in  Kenya. It is an activity put in place by the  African Women in Agricultural Research and Development, KeAWARD.  A statement by Okwuosa, Elizabeth Adobi, a Kenya based soil scientist  gave Thursday November 3, 2022 as the date for the […]

ORGANIC PRODUCTS FOR HEALTH AND BEAUTY—-BERGAMOT OIL

. BERGAMOT OIL Derived by cold press Colour Pale yellow to green liquid Sweet, lemon like smell Can blend with lavender, jasmine, Juniper, Coriander and Lemon. Long shelf life with sustained freshness Uses Skin care treatment . Added to creams to treat pimples, scars. Skin remains youthful Feel good oil for management stress and anxiety […]

ORGANIC PRODUCTS FOR HEALTH AND BEAUTY—-CINNAMON OIL

CINNAMON OIL Origin=Sri Lanka Produced by steam distillation of the leaves of Cinammum zeylanicum Colour- brownish yellow to dark Can blend with Orange, rosemary, cedar wood, lemon, thyme Uses Spicy radiant aromatherapy Used as spice in hot drinks, lotions, with pleasant smell Can be added to creams , lotions and soaps Topical application for pain […]

ORGANIC PRODUCTS FOR HEALTH AND BEAUTY—LEMON GRASS OIL

LEMON GRASS OIL Origin ==India. Obtained by steam distillation Can blend with Lavender, thyme and Rosemary Uses Reduces oily and greasy skin Good as a cleansing Promotes digestion Controls depression Energy boost Aids concentration Emotional stability Colour= thin yellow to brown For further reading please contact skinfoodie.com.ng 21 July 2022

SAFE FOOD—ADVANTAGES OF ORGANIC FARMING

Organic farming uses fewer pesticides, reduces soil erosion, decreases nitrate leaching into groundwater and surface water, and recycles animal wastes back into the farm. These benefits are counterbalanced by higher food costs for consumers and generally lower yields. What are the advantages of using organic fertilizer? 1. Soil Structure Because of the organic matter present […]

Organic Farming as a component of Safe Food system

Organic food or farming methods produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial chemicals The USDA defines Organic farming as a system which avoids or largely excludes the use of synthetic inputs (such as fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, feed additives etc) and to the maximum extent, feasible rely upon crop […]

UPDATE ON THE USE OF BIO-FERTILIZERS IN AFRICA–2022

Charles Tumuhe, an expert and activist in the ‘Healthy soil healthy food’ crusade here presents an update on the use of bio fertilizers across Africa. All information and necessary links are contained in the Report.Its a must-read. Happy reading n the 2nd June 2022, the learning and sharing group of the HSHF of AFSA and […]

Is it true Kenya secretly passed farmer-hostile seed law ?

On April 8, 2022, , a news report  stated that the Kenyan government might have passed a law that may work against local farmers. According to the report the sale of un=indexed (?) seeds is now prohibited. Please read on Farmers will now be heavily fined or face a jail term if found guilty of […]

Nigeria=Voices Rise against UPOV91 Based Plant Variety Protection Law

On the 23rd of August 2021, a civil society organization, HOMEF together with 101 others released their voices against the UPO91-based Plant Variety Protection Law. This law was earlier rejected by similar organizations in Ghana. With this recent rejection, its clear  more African countries will soon come on board. The rejection was based on issues […]

BIO SOLUTIONS TO THE RESCUE: THE STORY OF NORLIE’S GREEN

The embrace of chemical free Food production has made consumers appreciate good health through bio solutions. One of the companies that now champion green agriculture is Norlie s green.  Norlie’s Green is an Agribusiness entity that deals in total Agriculture,value chains and food processing. Norlie’s Green is registered by law thew Corporate Affairs Commission to […]

FOOD SAFETY AND ODOR CONTROL

  Food odor is rampant anywhere food is being prepared or served. The odor may be a reflection of  a few  condiments added to it or a combined effect of all the ingredients, on being heated. At times, such aroma may put off prospective consumers thus attracting loss of interest.. Happily, some manufacturers have devised […]

GM COWPEA APPROVED IN NIGERIA

About a month ago , Nigeria took a bold step into the controversial terrain of Genetically Modified Foods   by giving approval for the commercialization of a new Pod Borer Resistant (PBR) Cowpea With this, Nigeria hopes to score tremendous success capable of being emulated soon by Ghana, Malawi and Burkina Faso. Antagonists of the move […]

CONFERENCE ON ORGANIC FARMING AND SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

A gathering of experts and stakeholders in organic farming will take place in Luxembourg July 18-19, 2019 For more please visit https://www.omicsonline.org/conferences-list/post-harvest-technology-and-processing 2/2019

EU risks being left behind after GMO ruling–Opinion

A recent ruling in a respected Eu court has said that gene-edited crops fall under the same tough laws as GMOs. While good news for opponents of such products, it’s a setback for genetic research on the continent, says DW’s Fabian Schmidt. Research and promotion of GM crops and organisms has been engulfed in controversies […]

ROUNDUP or any OTHER WEEDKILLER…SAFE or UNSAFE ?

Can Roundup, a popular weed killer incite cancer ? Is it possible in spite claims to the contrary ? A man claimed he’s dying of cancer. Now, he’s the first patient to go to trial to argue Roundup made him sick Monsanto says Roundup is safe and can't be linked to individual cancer cases. (CNN) […]

EU: battle over pesticide safety escalates

The European Commission has announced it is prolonging the licence of glyphosate by five years. But in reaction to the massive protests the Commission also promised to present a legislative proposal in 2018 covering transparency of studies used in the assessment of pesticides and the governance of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). “We are […]

ORGANICS SUFFER DEFEAT AS EU RENEWS GLYPHOSATE FOR ANOTHER 5 YEARS

The world’s top-selling herbicide, glyphosate, can stay on the market in the European Union for another five years after an unexpected vote in favor of the renewal by German agriculture minister Christian Schmidt. Germany abstained from voting in all previous deliberations on glyphosate over the past few months. Schmidt took the decision into his own […]