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FOOD SECURITY IN THE PACIFIC
Food security in the Pacific… The Pacific region has rich natural resources. It supports its major economic enterprises. These are mostly in agriculture, fishing, timber and trade. Thus far, tourism is the fastest growing sector in the Pacific. It depends on the ecological endowment of the region. So, in the agriculture sector subsistence farming and […]
PORRIDGE SOURCES
Porridge sources… Porridge is food as old as mankind. When people talk about porridge, they may not think of it as one of the oldest foods. Porridge preparation starts with crushing or chopping starchy plants. Typically starchy grains are cooked in milk or water. You may flavour it with sugar, honey fruit or syrup. In […]
PACIFIC ISLANDS ROOT CROP PRODUCTION
Pacific island’s root crop production… Root crops are an integral part of food security in the Pacific Island countries. Despite the changing dietary habits, it is the pillar of food groups. Nowadays there is a shift to eating imported cereal staples too. However, root crops are important food and cash crop. Pacific root crop production […]
WATERMELON REFRESHMENT
Watermelon refreshment… Summer is best known for tropical fruits. In fact, people mostly wait a whole year to welcome the season. So, they get to indulge in luscious watermelons. Fresh watermelons are plentiful in summer. Hence, watermelons are perfect refreshments to munch on in the heat and humidity. Everyone needs such delicacy to stay energised. […]
SNACK FOOD CONSUMPTION
Snack food consumption… Many people snack at least once a day. The definition a snack is any food that may be eaten between main meals. There are various reasons to do so. Thus far, the most common reason is that our stomachs feel hungry after a few hours of our last meal. A dip in […]
ORGANIC FARMING AND FAIR TRADE IN THE PACIFIC
Organic farming and fair trade in the Pacific… Pacific Island countries experience increasing demand for premium quality products. So far, the export market demands agricultural products and fresh produce. Thus far, there is a national desire to protect the environment. Together with that they are looking to diversify family farming structures. It leads to the […]
HUMAN BODY NEEDS IRON
The human body needs iron… We often underestimate the importance of essential minerals. They are important for our well-being. Hence, iron is an essential mineral our body needs. It is important for growth and development. Iron helps to make haemoglobin too. It is a protein in the red blood cells to carry oxygen. So, it […]
THE FASCINATING PERSPECTIVE OF KAVA
The fascinating perspective of kava… Kava has a very interesting history. It has thought-provoking effects. When you drink kava, it gives you a euphoric experience. The kava evolution over time is leading it to its popularity today. In fact, these developments have been interesting too. Kava has always been very popular and sacred throughout the […]
ORGANIC FOOD PRODUCTION
Organic Food Production… Organic farming is more sustainable. It is better for the environment too. In fact, organic farming produces food without the use of synthetic chemicals. It may not include any genetic modification to components. In fact, organic farming may not be completely chemical-free. It is not necessary for it to be 100 percent […]
EATING FESTIVE SEASON LEFTOVERS
Eating Festive Season Leftovers… Temperature control is the key. So, to get the most out of the leftovers, it is super important. We need to focus on temperature control on the day you serve the food. Thus far, the fridge load of festive treats fuels the days and sometimes weeks after the season. This is […]
