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Nutrition

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Human genes for the super potato

A team of Chinese and American researchers has increased the yield of numerous plants. As a side effect, they are even less prone to droughts. This was achieved through the introduction of a human gene into the genetic material of plants. China is keeping the billion-euro market for genetically engineered agricultural products closed as long as its own industry is not internationally competitive. But new developments could bring about a shift.

By Frank Sieren

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Meatless meat

A new venture capital wave is on the rise in China: vegetarian meat substitutes. Since Buddhists already perfected meat and fish imitations centuries ago, China is serval steps of other countries in this area. This new food trend also offers several advantages for the government.

By Frank Sieren

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Land of empty plates

Beijing has passed a law that aims to punish food waste with heavy fines. The main reason is not concern about a food shortage, but the fear of becoming too dependent on foreign countries due to the consumption needs of the growing middle class. China has to import more and more food.

By Frank Sieren