Recall Roundup: Foreign objects and undeclared allergens
In our latest Recall Roundup we highlight various food recalls in the UK and US including chicken dippers containing pieces of blue plastic.
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$2 million grant boosts GFN’s global mission
The Global FoodBanking Network Partners have been awarded $2 million to pilot new technologies with the aim of combatting global food insecurity.
Regulators slash CBD recommended intake
The FSA and the FSS have made changes to their CBD intake guidance, dropping the recommended amount to 10mg of cannabidiol CBD per day.
FSA to launch a food fraud hotline
The FSA has shared proposals from the Food Fraud Group including launching a hotline for people to share their food crime concerns.
Grocery inflation drops for seventh month in a row
New data has revealed that grocery price inflation fell to 11 percent in September and is now at its lowest rate since July 2022.
Aldi to hire thousands of new employees
Aldi has announced that it will be recruiting for 3,000 store roles, as well as 1,500 roles across its Regional Distribution Centres in the UK, ahead of the festive period.
Man jailed for contaminating food products destined for Nando’s
A factory worker has been jailed for contaminating food prepared for Nando’s with metal rings pulls, plastic bags and rubber gloves.
Recall Roundup: Allergen labelling edition
In our latest instalment of Recall Roundup we look at food and beverage recalls in the UK and US that have occurred over the last week.
Should your pet switch to a vegan diet?
A study has investigated the potential environmental benefits of pet dogs and cats adopting vegan diets the extent to which it could benefit the planet.
Meati Foods’ plant-based product receives US patent
Animal-free meat company Meati Foods has received a US patent for its MushroomRoot food applications.
Domino’s and Microsoft team up to use AI for smarter pizza orders
Takeaway pizza chain Domino’s is partnering with Microsoft to collaborate on generative AI solutions for orders and store logistics.
Fresh food inflation at lowest level in two years
Data from the BRC has revealed that food inflation was down to 9.9 percent in September from 11.5 percent in August.
Planted secures spot on Tesco shelves
European FoodTech scale-up company Planted has secured a new major retailer listing in supermarket chain Tesco and has introduced a new plant-based product.
Seafood demand expected to increase by 14 percent by 2030
A report has predicted that the global demand for seafood will surge by 14 percent by 2030 despite 85 percent of the world’s fisheries being “pushed to or beyond their limits”.
Minimum food targets needed in the UK, says NFU
According to reports, the National Farmers Union has called for minimum food targets in the UK to prevent retail shortages.
