21 top UK food businesses petition Government over deforestation
In a letter to Government, 21 of the UK’s major food companies are calling for more stringent regulation to ban imports of food produced from deforestation, reports BBC News.
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Newlat Food throws hat in the ring to acquire Hovis
The Italian firm, Newlat Food, has announced its interest in purchasing the world-renowned British bread brand, Hovis.
Hot drink vending machines found to pose allergen risk
A local council investigation in the UK has highlighted the dangers of using hot drink vending machines for consumers with allergies.
FDF details coronavirus impact to UK food export industry
In a new report published by the UK's Food and Drink Federation (FDF), exports of food and drink fell by 13.8 percent in the first half of the year, compared to 2019; yet there remain reasons for optimism.
New store in Sweden prices goods based on carbon emissions
In a world first, major Swedish food brand Felix has launched its own grocery store where products are priced on their climate impact: the more the carbon dioxide emissions, the higher the price.
Helping companies meet new labelling law requirements
FSA has released a guide to enable food businesses to identify precisely which products will require new labelling when Natasha’s Law comes into force next year.
Survey highlights huge misconceptions about vegan food
When questioned about the attributes of vegan food products, consumers in a recent survey revealed considerable ignorance and confusion, highlighting the need for consumer eduction to make informed food choices.
‘Genomic time travel’ for better cattle
Scientists in Nairobi have discovered a new set of genetic markers in African cattle that signal beneficial characteristics, with a view to harnessing them for future generations.
Seafood partners wanted for vital money-saving research
The UK industry research body Campden BRI is calling for fish and seafood producers to collaborate in important new research that could save the industry considerable expense.
Recall roundup: hygiene breach, bacteria, incorrect labelling, and more…
New Food's weekly roundup of food recalls in North America and Europe.
NIRS is saving farmers time and money in quality assessment
Researchers in Spain are applying a rapid non-invasive technique for assessing the quality of fresh spinach ‘in the field’ saving both time and money.
Double digits fall ill with Salmonella in North America
Wood ear mushrooms imported by Wismettac Asian Foods have been recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination. Here, New Food provides a summary of the investigation.
FDF welcomes outcome of the Shortage Occupation List review
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) reflects on the Migration Advisory Committee’s recent update on the Shortage Occupation List (SOL), welcoming acknowledgement of the lack of skilled workers in the UK food industry.
UK groups unite to fight for future food standards
The alliance for better food and farming group, Sustain, has announced it will chair a new coalition that has united to maintain and improve food standards in the UK.
US continues to reduce calorie and sugar consumption from drinks
A new report in the United States highlights definite progress towards a collaborative national goal to reduce the number of calories and sugar Americans consume from beverages.
