The invasive gorse bush could produce enough protein to “easily” feed millions of people, according to a leading expert. While gorse is native to Britain, it has been widely cleared across Scotland due to it encroaching on valuable arable land that is used for other crops. The prickly plant contains 17% protein content and has previously been used as an animal feed.
Changing Consumption Patterns and Sustainability Issues Hamper EU Meat Market
The market for meat and poultry in the EU is forecast to decrease at an average yearly rate of -0.4% in the upcoming decade.
