Government’s sugar reduction plans not working, says Action on Sugar
Food products have only seen a three percent reduction in sugar levels, according to a report from Public Health England (PHE).
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Recall roundup: Possible pathogen contamination in the UK, USA and Canada
Possible pathogen contamination remains a key cause for cautionary recalls in the UK, USA and Canada.
Ceci n’est pas un steak, says the livestock sector
With the European Parliament’s failure to decide on the legality of vegan ‘sausages’ or ‘burgers’, the European livestock sector is launching the campaign, ceci n’est pas un steak.
The new expiration date system? Smell-by labels
The food waste initiative Too Good To Go has launched a new campaign designed to train consumers to use their sense of smell – and common sense – to gauge whether food is safe to eat.
Grilled beef flavour produced using Artificial Intelligence
In a move toward enhancing the eating experience of plant-based ‘meat’ products, a Swiss perfume and taste company has announced its creation of the first AI-produced flavour.
FSA issues advice on hygiene inspections post-lockdown
The Food Standards Agency has issued advice for local authorities to continue prioritising high-risk food businesses in the wake of the coronavirus lock-down period.
Terahertz tool detects frost damage in crops
A collaborative group based at the University of Adelaide has tested the viability of a new imaging system to detect frost damage in crops.
Could rapeseed outshine soy as plant-based protein?
Scientists in Germany have identified that rapeseed has the potential to replace soy as the best plant-based source of protein for humans.
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.
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.
