Recall Roundup: Foreign objects and undeclared allergens
In this week’s Recall Roundup we look at food recalls from the UK and US including chilled pastry containing metal and plastic.
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FDA unveils first Deputy Commissioner for Humans Foods Program
The FDA has revealed that James “Jim” Jones will be the first Deputy Commissioner for its Human Foods Program.
Could big data be the key to reducing antimicrobial resistance?
Could “groundbreaking” new technology be the key in the fight against AMR, which the WHO has named one of the top 10 threats to global health.
Sushi becomes UK’s fastest growing premium lunchtime main
Overtaking the classic sandwich, Tesco has claimed sushi has become the UK’s fastest growing premium lunchtime food.
Kroger donates $100k to Hawaiian relief effort
Kroger has pledged a significant amount of money to the US state as it attempts to rebuild following devastating wildfires.
Scientists develop technique to convert kale waste
Researchers from NTU Singapore have developed a sustainable way to convert kale waste into products for health and personal care.
Recall Roundup: Pathogens and foreign objects
In our latest instalment of Recall Roundup we look at what food products have been recalled in the last week, including granola containing small stones.
Wendy’s to develop 200 restaurants in Australia
A new master franchise agreement for Australia has been announced by The Wendy’s Company and Flynn Restaurant Group, with the aim to open 200 restaurants in Australia by 2034.
Subway makes changes to its senior leadership team
With Subway’s President of North America stepping down at the end of the calendar year, the chain has announced who will be taking on the role, along with numerous other leadership changes.
Researchers make plant-based meat “more palatable”
University of Leeds researchers have developed a colloidal technique that “could give a juicy sensation without adding fat” to plant-based meat.
Menu font size can influence healthier food choices, study claims
According to a study, restaurants can “persuade” customers to make healthier food choices by adjusting the font size on menus.
Grocery price inflation sharply falls to 12.7 percent
Latest Kantar data has revealed that grocery price inflation has fallen by 2.2 percentage points to 12.7 percent in the four weeks to 6 August 2023.
Arla to reward farmers €2.2 billion for sustainability efforts
To reward and motivate climate initiatives, Arla has committed paying €2.2 billion until the end of 2030 to its farmers for sustainability activities.
High fertiliser profits “likely fuelling food price inflation”, finds ECIU
Analysis from ECIU has found that a 500 percent jump in fertiliser company profits is a “likely” cause of food price inflation.
FSA warns glycerol in slush-ice drinks “not suitable for under-fours”
The FSA has issued new industry guidance, stating that glycerol in slush-ice drinks should not be sold to children four and under.
