UK labelled “toxic poster child of Europe” by pesticide campaigners
Campaigners have branded the UK as the “toxic poster child of Europe” after the UK government fails to ban numerous “highly hazardous pesticides”.
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UK Government to “boost” support for British farmers
The UK Government has committed to providing a “package of measures” to encourage people to “buy British” produce when shopping online.
Nestlé to acquire majority stake in Brazilian chocolate company
Advent International has agreed to let Nestlé acquire a majority stake in Grupo CRM, a premium chocolate company in Brazil.
Can you 3D print with coffee?
Researchers reveal another usage for coffee which might help reduce waste in coffee shops around the world.
New technology cuts bacterial testing to one hour, scientists claim
Researchers claim that they have created technology that “accurately measures viable bacteria in food within one hour” rather than the typical two days.
Just Eat for Business to carry out carbon labelling trial
Hoping to raise awareness of the carbon impact of office food, Just Eat for Business will be carrying out a carbon labelling trial.
Costa recalls products warning they “may contain small stones”
Coffee shop chain Costa is recalling various sandwiches and wraps as the products “may contain small stones”.
Revol Greens appoints Frank Yiannas as Advisor for Food Safety
After stepping down as Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response at the FDA, Frank Yiannas will now be an Advisor for Food Safety for Revol Greens.
“Green nudges” cut plastic waste in takeaway food delivery
With the help of “green nudges”, a popular food delivery platform in China increased the share of no-cutlery orders by 648 percent, according to study.
Tesco boss urges Government to stand by net zero commitments
The CEO of Tesco, Ken Murphy, has called on political parties to stand by net zero commitments and to back green innovation.
Recall Roundup: Listeria monocytogenes and undeclared allergens
Read our latest Recall Roundup to keep up to date with what food products have been recalled in the UK and US this week.
Can eating a vegan diet save you money?
Recent research suggests that going vegan can trim grocery costs by 16 percent while delivering significant health benefits.
Sainsbury’s invests additional £6 million in its dairy farmers
Following previous investments, Sainsbury’s has now invested a further £6 million in its dairy farmers with aim of generating “long term support”.
FSA updates food allergen labelling best practice guidance
The FSA has updated its food allergen labelling and technical guidance with the aim of supporting both businesses and consumers.
Artificial growing methods can double crop yield, study claims
According to a University of Surrey study, using artificial methods for growing crops could help solve global food security.
