$5.2 million grant awarded for onion harvest research
A National Institute of Food and Agriculture-funded project is set to research multiple aspects of the southern US onion harvest system.
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EIT Food appoints new CEO
Richard Zaltzman has been appointed as CEO of EIT Food and will be taking over from Dr Andy Zynga in January 2024.
One in five adults confuse plant-based with real animal products
According to a new report, 20 percent of UK consumers have confused plant-based products with animal products due to branding or labelling.
Free school meals set to be extended for another 12 months
Mayor of London shares plans to allow all primary school children in London to have access to free school meals throughout the next academic year.
Expert predicts AI fuelled “fourth agricultural revolution”
According to a US-based researcher, AI could transform agriculture and help to meet the need for safe, sustainably-produced food for a growing global population.
Environment Secretary backs “clearer labelling” for British produce
Steve Barclay, Environment Secretary, promises UK Government will “rapidly consult on clearer labelling” to tackle “unfairness created by misleading labelling and protect farmers and consumers”.
Recall Roundup: Spotlight on pathogens
In the first Recall Roundup of 2024, we take a look at various food items being recalled due to pathogen contamination concerns, including Cronobacter sakazakii and E. Coli.
Controversial meat law comes into effect in California
California’s controversial “Proposition 12” has come into full effect after a six month delay expired this week.
Less than half of Brits believe COP28 will lead to “tangible change”
In the fight against climate change, only 38 percent of Brits have said that they believe COP28 will lead to “tangible change”, research finds.
What meals have the highest rate of protein synthesis?
New research has revealed that beef meals result in higher muscle protein synthesis rates than vegan meals.
Staying food allergen safe this festive period
Allergen expert Dr. Helen Evans-Howells shares tips on how those living with food hypersensitivity and their loved ones should approach allergen safety during the holiday season.
Recall Roundup: Spotlight on undeclared allergens
In our latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight food and beverage recalls involving undeclared allergens in the UK and US.
Tesco stuffing taken off shelves as it may contain moths
Supermarket giant Tesco is recalling a certain type of its stuffing mix due to a “possible presence of moths”.
FSA says written allergy information should be a legal requirement
Following its December Board meeting, the FSA has confirmed that is backing the Owen’s Law campaign and believes written allergen information should be a legal requirement on menus, rather than just guidance.
How are consumers changing their festive food choices?
Research has revealed that a quarter of UK adults will be scaling back their Christmas meal this year due to the current financial pressures.
