Coffey to call for UK-US co-operation for sustainable agriculture
Thérèse Coffey is set to deliver a speech to explain why the UK and US “must forge a more sustainable future for agriculture together”.
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Ronald Kers to leave 2 Sisters Food Group for Valeo Foods
Ronald Kers will be taking over the role of Group CEO from Seamus Kearney at Valeo Foods Group. “I’m thrilled to be joining Valeo Foods, and look forward to partnering with the team to help realize the ambition of building a scale and growing platform of multi-national food brands” said…
Mars Wrigley fined after workers fall into chocolate vat
A Mars Wrigley factory in Pennsylvania has been fined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) following two employees falling into a chocolate vat.
Consumer demand for fresh meat may waver following recalls
Researchers from Penn State University have claimed that fresh meat recalls may affect consumer demand and impact sales.
UK Government provide £12.4 million to help cut industry emissions
Energy intensive industries are being given a share of £12.4 million in government funding to find ways to reduce their carbon emissions.
Tesco’s partnership with Olio stops 30 million meals going to waste
Through a partnership with surplus-food redistribution app Olio, Tesco has said that more than 30 million meals have “been stopped from going to waste”.
Carbon emissions from fertilisers could reduce by 80 percent by 2050
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have said carbon emissions from fertilisers could be reduced to one-fifth of the current levels by 2050.
Recall Roundup: Listeria monocytogenes and undeclared allergens
This week, New Food looks at recalls that have occurred in the UK and US, including a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination in various products.
What changes are US consumers making to their diets?
According to a recent survey, US consumers have cited eating more fruits and vegetables and less sugar as highly ranking potential changes to eating behaviours relating to New Year’s resolutions. The January Consumer Food Insights Report was put together by Purdue University’s Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability with…
European craft distillers call for support in campaign
Seeking changes from the EU and national Governments, spiritsEUROPE have launched a campaign called #SpiritsVoices to gain support for the industry.
Levy UK+I and ExCeL prioritise sustainability in partnership
ExCeL London and Levy UK+I have decided to continue a long-term catering partnership with the aim of being “sustainable leaders”.
Samworth Brothers and Company Shop to set up pop-up pantries during half-term
Leicester City Council has teamed up with Samworth Brothers and Company Shop to provide children eligible for free school meals with fruit, vegetables, milk, bread and other cupboard essentials.
Developing recyclable, compostable and sustainable food packaging
Researchers have found shellac-based coating makes pulp materials suitable for food without using petroleum-based polymers or metals.
Iceland Foods recognised as top supermarket with most sustainable own-brand seafood
The Marine Stewardship Council UK & Ireland Market Report 2022 highlighted that Iceland was followed closely by Tesco and Lidl.
CLEVERFOOD: New project to transform the EU food system
The new EU project, CLEVERFOOD, is aiming to change the European food system to benefits climate, sustainability, biodiversity and public health.
