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Our food system today is driving both environmental harm and deteriorations in public health. The successful redesign of the #foodsystem in support of #biodiversity and improved public health will depend on three key ‘levers’. 👇

Advantages and Disadvantages of Agroforestry Systems and Practices. Read more here ➡️ow.ly/nTT850LqMu8

Land degradation is one of the biggest threats to the livelihoods and food security of smallholder farmers around the world.

Fruits & veggies are the most commonly wasted foods. When they end up in the bin, we don't only waste precious resources but also healthful nutrients like vitamins & minerals. 🍎🥦 Learn what you can do at home to prevent #foodwaste & make your meals more nutritious! 👇

Microbes 🦠 are not only disease-causing bugs, they are a crucial part of the food chain, such as nutrient suppliers and decomposers, important for human health! 👉 ow.ly/UkZh50JTYO7 Find out with @MicrobiomeEU, #CIRCLESEU and #HumanMicrobiomeAction!

Shocking video of a mountain glacier collapsing in Kyrgyzstan. Just a week ago Italy saw a deadly glacier collapse killing 11 people. With a rapidly warming climate likely the first of many more to come. No time to wait. #ActOnClimate #climate #energy #GreenNewDeal

Biodiversity is being lost at an alarming rate and climate change is making it worse. We depend on biodiversity for... 🍎The food we eat. 🌬️The air we breathe 💧The water we drink. Without it, life as we know it wouldn’t exist.

Here's 800,000 years of Earth's CO2 history in 30 seconds. We're in a #climateemergenecy. There is no time to wait. There is no planet B. #ActOnClimate. #ClimateCrisis #Climate #Energy #renewables #GreenNewDeal via @OceansClimateCU

Did you know that 7 years ago we developed the concept of Greentumble & published first articles? One of the oldest pieces on our website is this one: greentumble.com/reusing-plasti…

A low intake of whole grains is a leading dietary risk factor for many diseases worldwide, including cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes. 🫀🎗️🩸 #DYK that a high intake of #wholegrains can decrease your mortality risk? 📉

Deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is at its highest level in 15 years. We're in a #climateemergency, protecting vital forests is key to our survival. We must keep the Amazon standing. #ActOnClimate #ClimateAction #ClimateCrisis #climate #nature #deforestation #GreenNewDeal

Be careful when traveling or during your summer outdoor adventures. Waterborne diseases are more prevalent than you think. More 🔎greentumble.com/diseases-cause…

🐑 Many livestock breeds throughout the 🌍 are rare, endangered or vulnerable. 🧑‍🌾 Sustainable use, development and conservation of livestock genetic resources are key to agriculture, food production, rural development and the environment. 👉bit.ly/3bXLZPA

This article was written 109 years ago. 109 years and we still aren't doing what we need to do to address the climate crisis. There is no planet B. #ActOnClimate #Climate #energy #ClimateEmergency #renewables #GreenNewDeal.

🚬 #DYK that #tobacco doesn't only damage our health, but it also pollutes our planet? From cultivation & production to distribution & waste generated by tobacco products, the impact on the planet is huge. Say NO to tobacco, for your health & the planet's! 🌏 #WorldNoTobaccoDay

Or in simplest terms: the people at the 💚 of our #FoodSystems.

Planning your next holiday in a European country? 🧳😎🌊 Don't forget to eat your #5aday! 🍐🍅 Check which fruit & vegetables are in season in your travel destination and follow a healthier & more #sustainablediet ➡️ eufic.org/en/explore-sea…

🐝 Bees & other crop pollinators play a crucial role to support #biodiversity & healthy ecosystems. In the EU, 84% of food crops depend on #pollinators, which are today facing a concerning decline. To ensure the security of the global food supply, everyone should protect them!

What if we fixed broken items instead of replacing them? Repair cafes are a great way to reduce waste, and the movement is growing! Does your community have one? 🔧🌍 bbc.com/news/uk-englan…

Ever wondered why your eggs come marked? 🥚🤔 🇪🇺🔍 In the EU, this “distinguishing number” is used to trace #eggs placed on market for human consumption. You can also find the meaning of these numbers on the package.