NFU urges UK Government to secure home-grown food supply
The NFU has said that, following egg shortages, other farming sectors could be threatened by “immediate supply chain issues caused by a lack of fairness for farmers and growers”.
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Small fish could help to combat malnutrition, study finds
6 December 2022 | By
Researchers at Cornell University find that small fish species could help to close nutritional gaps for undernourished people, particularly young children in sub-Saharan Africa.
PepsiCo creates new packaging goal
In a drive for sustainability, PepsiCo has created global packaging goal that is set to change the percentage of all its beverage servings through reusable models.
Food wrap films market to reach $12 billion by the end of 2026
The global food wrap films market has been projected to reach $12 billion by the end of 2026 with aluminium in particularly high demand, according to study.
FSA pilots School Food Standards compliance
The FSA and Department for Education have launched a School Food Standards compliance pilot involving 18 authorities in the England.
UK commits to providing support for Somalia famine
The UK Minister for Development has committed to providing financial aid in response to the famine risks in Somalia.
Tesco Exchange to help suppliers reduce food waste
Tesco has created Tesco Exchange to allow suppliers to cut down production costs and reduce food waste through donating surplus stock.
Recall roundup: Microbiological contamination and foreign objects
Read the latest recall roundup affecting the UK, US, and Ireland including a microbiological contamination and silica beads found in hot chocolate.
The World Bank approves $20 million grant for Djibouti
To strengthen food security and support drought affected communities in Djibouti, the World Bank has approved a $20 million grant.
Brexit has cost UK households £5.8 billion in higher food bills
Research has revealed that during the two years leading up to the end of 2021, Brexit cost UK consumers a total of £5.8 billion in food bills.
USDA commits to supporting Hispanic representation in agriculture
The USDA has announced two initiatives to increase access to USDA programs and services for Hispanic communities.
“Christmas cheer will be dampened” by food inflation
The BRC has forecasted an “increasingly bleak” winter with food inflation increasing to 12.4 percent in November.
Researchers concerned over “woeful” alcohol health information
A study of online alcohol sales has revealed inadequacies in relation to the availability of mandatory alcohol health information and warnings.
FSA highlights changes to chilled poultry stock
The FSA has advised consumers in England and Wales that some chilled poultry products will have been previously frozen and defrosted to maintain Christmas stock levels.
Recall roundup: Foreign objects and incorrect labelling
Get the latest recall news from the UK, US and Ireland including undeclared allergens, plastic found in cheese and incorrect use-by dates on chicken.
