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.
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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.
Researchers find ‘concerning’ gaps in US food regulations
A team of researchers led by the University of Buffalo found the US does not have rigorous regulations for baby food.
Fish genome has potential to improve food security
Researchers say they have found the “first full, high quality” reference genome for a genetically improved tilapia strain.
ReadyWise now available on Amazon in Europe
A manufacturer of emergency food supplies in the UK and US is now available on Amazon for various countries in Europe.
Recall Roundup: Undeclared allergens and foreign objects
In this week’s recall roundup New Food highlights food recalls in the UK and US including plastic found in grated cheese.
