The ‘shocking’ decline of world’s oceans
We’re fully aware that our oceans are in a bad way, but recent studies suggest the problem is infinitely worse than previously thought. A group of scientists report that ocean life is “at high risk of entering a phase of extinction of marine species unprecedented in human history”, due to over-fishing, pollution, and climate change.

G20 meet to stabilise food prices
G20 agricultural ministers met this week to try and curb rising food prices and stabilise a volatile market. Ministers called for an increase in productivity, but also for greater transparency in commodity markets. It’s boring stuff, but I guess it’s relevant. Certainly important. I couldn’t believe how much some things cost last time I went to the shops.

Comfort eating linked to stress
As headlines go it’s not exactly an earth-stopper, but recent hormone studies suggest that two fifths of people over-eat when under pressure. The hypothesis is that it’s the pressures of modern life that are driving the obesity epidemic. I must confess that writing these weekly news round-ups is so trying that I have to eat a Snickers duo whenever I do one.

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Other food news this week:
* Artificial meat could cut emissions, say scientists.
* Legendary food writer to re-open legendary bakery in Cambridge.
* Blogger jailed over critical restaurant review.
* Study confirms cancer-fighting nutrient in broccoli.

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Blog of the week:
* Grubby: food fun for grown-ups.

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‘Video’ of the week
* It’s not really a video, but if you’ve never heard any Gerard Hoffnung then you really must: