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RFK’s push for food safety reform: experts analyse the debate over GRAS

20 March 2025 | By Ian Westcott

A loophole in food safety regulations allows companies to bypass rigorous FDA oversight, potentially putting consumers at risk. Now, RFK Jr. is taking aim at the 'Generally Recognised as Safe' (GRAS) system, sparking a debate that could reshape the future of food additives. Experts weigh in on the potential reforms…

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FDF urges action as Brexit bureaucracy strangles UK food exports by a third

14 March 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) calls for immediate government intervention to address post-Brexit trade barriers and 34 percent decline in UK food exports to the EU.

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US-EU trade war escalates: Trump threatens 200 percent tariffs on EU alcohol

13 March 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

President Trump threatens 200 percent tariffs on EU alcohol, escalating a US-EU trade battle that could disrupt global beverage markets.

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Navigating food safety and quality in an era of global challenges

13 March 2025 | By Roberto Buttini

Barilla’s Roberto Buttini shares the pasta company’s proactive strategies for heading off product challenges in today’s uncertain climate.

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Aldi and Walmart among 20 global retailers exposed in new report for methane inaction

13 March 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

A new report exposes the top 20 global food retailers for failing to tackle 'super-heater' methane gas emissions in their supply chains.

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The illegal meat timebomb ticking louder and louder but the government has cloth ears….

11 March 2025 | By Professor Chris Elliott

The UK's illegal meat crisis is spiralling out of control. Professor Chris Elliott warns that government inaction risks devastating consequences for food safety and farming.

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International Women’s Day: segueing into everyday

7 March 2025 | By Mecca Ibrahim

Mecca Ibrahim, co-founder of Women In The Food Industry, argues that gender equality in food production is not just a moral issue but a business necessity. With progress slow and setbacks increasing, the industry must act now to drive meaningful change.

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The cascading food safety impacts of tariffs on the food industry

5 March 2025 | By Benjamin Miller

Benjamin Miller at The Acheson Group explores how the recent US tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports could send shockwaves through the food supply chain, creating new and complex safety risks.

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Third of children set to be overweight or obese by 2050, study warns

4 March 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

A shocking new study has forecast that by 2050, one in three children and adolescents across the globe will be overweight or obese, with drastic increases expected within just the next five years. Experts warn urgent action is needed now to avoid an irreversible public health crisis.

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THRIVING Food Futures hub set to shape UK’s net zero food policies

3 March 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

The new research hub aims to reshape UK food policies, promoting sustainable, healthy diets to tackle climate and public health challenges.

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Trumpian America: staring at a food safety crisis

25 February 2025 | By Professor Chris Elliott

Baffled by the machinations of Donald Trump, Professor Chris Elliott reflects on the US President’s impact on food safety…and it’s not good.

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Food4Education’s Wawira Njiru recognised as a 2025 CNBC Changemaker

24 February 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

Wawira Njiru, CEO of Food4Education, has been named on CNBC’s 2025 Changemakers list for transforming school feeding in Africa.

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Biomass fermentation: collaborating to realise its potential

20 February 2025 | By Céline Schiff-Deb

Biomass fermentation is emerging as a sustainable solution to feed a growing global population, offering protein-rich ingredients produced quickly and efficiently. Yet, as MISTA’s Céline Schiff-Deb explains, unlocking its full potential will require collaboration, innovation and overcoming key industry challenges.

Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof global agri-food supply chains

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Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its global agri-food supply chain

18 February 2025 | By Ben Cornwell

Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its agricultural supply chain using AI-driven climate risk forecasting and solutions.

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Ferrero reports strong financial growth despite cocoa price volatility

14 February 2025 | By Ian Westcott

Ferrero's financial success continues, with an 8.9 percent increase in turnover to €18.4 billion, despite economic challenges and rising cocoa costs.

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