Top 5 Outlandish Agrifood Stories of 2024

Agrifood news isn’t just about money; it’s also full of quirky and interesting stories. Here are some of the most memorable from 2024:

1. Climate activists made headlines by throwing soup at the Mona Lisa painting in Paris to raise awareness about sustainable food. Thankfully, the famous artwork was unharmed due to protective glass.

2. A Cheetos bag left in Carlsbad Caverns National Park triggered a chain reaction that disrupted the entire cave ecosystem, showing how even small actions can have big consequences.

3. In Scotland, Mossgiel Organic Dairy sold $350 coffees that came with shares of the farm to raise funds for a zero-waste facility, demonstrating a creative approach to climate funding.

4. Asahi Shuzo announced plans to brew sake in space, with a 100ml bottle potentially costing over $500,000, making it one of the most expensive drinks in the world.

5. Oishii’s Omakase berry was so popular that it inspired a body wash made with the same ingredients, but the limited run product sold out quickly, leaving most of us curious about its benefits for the skin.