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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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Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | 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 27m ago
Where
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | 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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This research explores innovative food sources like leaf protein and sugar to enhance global food security, offering potential solutions to prevent mass starvation during disruptions caused by global catastrophes or to improve sustainability in conventional farming.

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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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