Dr. Darren Burke's "Future Foods" Aims to Counteract Crop Waste and Boost Farm Revenues
Dr Darren Burke at Future Foods Factory (Photo Credit: Future Foods Inc)
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, August 11, 2023 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - A new start-up, "Future Foods," spearheaded by Dr. Darren Burke, has announced a solution to the persistent challenge of crop wastage in agriculture. The venture seeks to minimize food waste and simultaneously provide an alternative revenue avenue for farmers.
Globally, farmers often confront losses due to reasons such as cosmetic imperfections in crops, logistical challenges, and unpredictable market dynamics. Future Foods' strategy involves repurposing surplus or cosmetically imperfect produce into protein-rich alternatives, employing an advanced fermentation process.
Commenting on the initiative, Dr. Burke stated, "The implications of food waste are significant for both the environment and the economies of farming communities. Future Foods aims to address these challenges by offering an innovative approach that benefits both farmers and the environment."
In essence, Future Foods' model focuses on two primary objectives:
Reducing food waste by making use of otherwise discarded produce.
Introducing a new revenue channel for farmers, ensuring that their agricultural efforts are fully utilized.
Learn more at futurefoods.ca.
Source: Future Foods via Newswire
