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Navigating food safety and quality in an era of global challenges
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
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….
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its global agri-food supply chain
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
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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Urgent call for VAT reform to drive healthier, sustainable eating choices
A new study led by University College London reveals how food VAT reforms could transform diets, reduce emissions and boost public health.
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Out of Africa – the future of global food security
Africa is often seen through the lens of food insecurity, but a quiet revolution is underway. Professor Chris Elliott explores how the continent could become a global food powerhouse.
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Investing in alternative proteins can secure Germany’s food leadership, new report finds
A new report by Systemiq highlights how how strategic investments in the alternative protein market could drive Germany’s economic growth, job creation and sustainability.
