Sainsbury’s implements initiative to tackle food poverty
In the UK, supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has committed to donating 50p to Comic Relief for every product sold from its ‘Inspired to Cook’ Range.
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Olio partners with Whole Foods Market in London
Local sharing app Olio has entered a partnership with Whole Foods Market to cut down on food waste in London.
Recall Roundup: Foreign objects and pathogens
In this instalment of Recall Roundup we look at food recalls in the UK and US including Lidl chocolate containing pieces of plastic.
Cleveland Clinic and Nestlé USA launch meal delivery wellness programme
Joining forces, Nestlé USA and Cleveland Clinic are partnering to deliver a first-of-its-kind pilot programme to provide “no cost” frozen meal delivery.
Is almond milk yoghurt better for you than dairy-based?
When weighing up almond milk yoghurt and dairy-based milk yoghurt, researchers have found that the former packs “an overall greater nutritional punch”.
Iceland launches three initiatives to support parents during half term
With a survey revealing 51 percent of parents struggle with half term mealtimes, Iceland Foods has launched Half Term Heroes.
How important is nutrition while at university?
Study reveals a student’s poor eating habits can lead to "a lifetime of illness", with researchers suggesting universities should provide healthy, affordable food options.
Is the UK about to launch a food price cap?
Multiple sources have suggested that the UK Government is in talks with retailers to launch a voluntary price cap scheme.
Trader Joe’s CEO announces retirement
After more than 25 years with the company, Dan Bane, Chairman and CEO of Trader Joe’s has announced that he will be retiring.
Recall Roundup: Spotlight on allergens
In this week’s Recall Roundup we look at recalls in the UK and US where products have been recalled due to incorrect allergen labelling.
Majority of private label avocado oil is rancid or adulterated, study claims
According to a study, nearly 70 percent of private label avocado oil products are either rancid or adulterated.
Mars Pet Nutrition appoints new Global Vice President
Helen Warren-Piper has been appointed as Global Vice President, Strategic Initiatives for Mars Pet Nutrition.
Walkers revamp Snack A Jacks with new ‘bagless’ multipacks
Snack giant Walkers has announced that it will be trialling ‘bagless’ multipack packaging for its Snack A Jacks range.
High food inflation persists while overall inflation dips to 8.7 percent
New data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed that overall inflation is down to 8.7 percent while food inflation remains high at 19.1 percent.
Organisations urge “bipartisan” action for food safety concerns
Twelve organisations have sent a joint letter to congressional leaders in the US, urging them to work together to tackle urgent food safety challenges.
