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Are probiotics beneficial for our microbiome?
Researchers conducted two studies taking a deeper look into the benefits (and downfalls) of probiotic use in humans.
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Pilot scheme brings 2,500 seasonal workers for UK farms
The government has announced a migrant worker scheme, enabling farmers to source labour from outside the EU for six months of the year.
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EFSA to review toxicological data on bisphenol A
The EFSA will review recent toxicological data on bisphenol A, a synthetic compound used as a coating on the inside of food and beverage packaging.
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Missouri bans labelling meat-free products as ‘meat’
The state of Missouri has banned the use of the word 'meat' on products not derived from harvested production livestock or poultry.
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This week’s recall roundup: Histamine salmon and undeclared sulphites
This week’s recall roundup from the UK and North America includes sandwiches, microgreens, cake and bread…
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Food and farming leaders slam Brexit No-Deal but welcome advice
“As the consequences of a no-deal exit from the EU become ever clearer, it is vital that, to protect the interests of shoppers and consumers, the government must deliver a deal with the EU”: Ian Wright, FDF.
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Ensuring global food safety and hygiene compliance
As the global food safety testing market increases, companies must focus on hygienic food processing equipment to meet regulations...
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Spanish authorities seize 45 tons of tuna
Frozen tuna authorised for canned consumption had been marked as freshly caught fish, with its value priced at four times its worth.
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Is free trade a short-term solution to managing a ‘No Deal’ scenario?
20 August 2018 | By New Food
With a trade deal between the UK and the EU, looking more uncertain to meet the March 2019 deadline, would the implementation of a UK temporary period of free trade offer a short-term solution to ease supply chain issues? This webinar will cover: How easily can it be implemented? Can…
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Issue 4, 2018
Food fraud examined, the evolution of the bar code, and rethinking food packaging as a resource: just a few of the articles covered in this issue of New Food.
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NFU warns Britain could run out of food after a hard Brexit
The report suggests that, should the nation be fed solely on British food from the beginning of the year, supplies would run bare by the 7th August.
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From farm to market – Safety of the food supply
9 August 2018 | By Pall Corporation
The consumption of fresh and fresh cut produce continues to increase globally. Technological advancements have in turn aided in increased global production of fresh produce to meet the increasing demand. However, there is serious concern as to whether this increase in supply and demand is leading to safety issues, as…
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UK ASA uphold HFSS ad ruling against Kellogg’s and KFC
ASA rules advertisements from Kentucky Fried Chicken and Kellogg's Cocoa Pops were wrongly directed at children under 16.
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‘Payment by Results’ pilot scheme given green light
“I am delighted to extend this scheme and look forward to seeing further evidence of its success as we plan for our future outside the EU," said Michael Gove.
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Latvia proposes plastic bag ban
By 1st January 2025 plastic carrier bag packaging at sales outlets should be replaced by cardboard, paper or other natural fibre and bio-plastic materials.
