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UC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.
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University of Canterbury
Who
UC researchers, Associate Professor David Denkenberger
What
UC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:00:04 GMT · 5h 28m ago
Where
University of Canterbury ·
Why
The work is part of a broader effort to identify practical ways to prevent mass starvation if global food systems are severely disrupted.
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How this affects you
This research could provide a novel method for food production during extreme global disruptions, leveraging plant material typically not consumed by humans to create protein and sugar for sustenance. This could significantly enhance food security and disaster preparedness worldwide.
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- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
- Health & Science5h 28m agoUC researchers are investigating whether leaf protein and sugar extracted from plant fiber could help sustain people if major global shocks disrupt food production.Open article
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