PepsiCo announces ‘Net Water Positive’ commitment
PepsiCo’s commitment will, it claims, replenish more than 100 percent of the water it uses in high-water-risk areas and deliver safe water access to 100 million people by 2030.
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Morrisons to begin selling Bottle Up’s sugar-cane water bottles
Sustainable bottle manufacturer Bottle Up says the sugar cane it uses in its bottles is carbon neutral and requires little to no irrigation, as it looks to revolutionise the ‘grab-and-go’ culture.
Bia Analytical adds white pepper testing capability to combat food fraud
Bia Analytical will now test for adulteration within white pepper, after several high profile cases of food fraud including sage and oregano.
Three hospitalised in US Salmonella outbreak
Authorities in the US are currently investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella linked to frozen cooked shrimp, with more products added to a recently expanded recall.
Conflict one of the biggest causes of world hunger, says new research
New research suggests we should be paying closer attention to conflict as a cause for world hunger, after studying the food security of several countries in sub-Saharan Africa.
Plant-based protein market to top $150 billion by 2030
The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the plant-based market in the years to come, with an expected population boom creating higher demand for meat and dairy alternatives.
Recall roundup: Salmonella, aflatoxins, and undeclared allergens
This week's recall roundup includes a Salmonella alert in the US and a possible risk of aflatoxin contamination in Germany.
Gower Salt Marsh Lamb given protected status
Gower Salt Marsh Lamb has become the first food to receive protected status since the transition period with the EU ended, meaning the product cannot be imitated by manufacturers elsewhere.
Man convicted of slavery charges after stealing food workers’ wages
After admitting to several modern slavery offences, Janos Sztojka, 33, from Braunstone in Leicestershire, will be jailed for six years.
Worker dies at meat processing company
Allister Kelly, 35, has been named as the man who died at Linden Foods factory in Country Tyrone last Thursday morning.
Dunkin’ Donuts and Arby’s commits to sourcing only cage-free eggs
Some of the US’ most well-known fast-food brands have made significant sustainability pledges, including the commitment to source only cage-free eggs.
Online tool launched to protect food safety whistleblowers
The new online site will help anyone who works in the food and beverage industry anywhere in the world to report serious food safety incidents without the risk of being identified.
Beyond Pepperoni launched by Pizza Hut in the US
Pizza Hut and Beyond Meat have continued their partnership as a plant-based pepperoni pizza is rolled out across 70 locations in five US cities.
What should cell-based seafood be called?
The cell-based seafood sector will have to decide upon one name for its products that is easy for consumers to understand and is appealing.
Infants not getting recommended milk, claims research
New research suggests that many infants are receiving milk not recommended for them by nutrition experts, though further research is needed to ascertain the factors behind this.
