UK Ministers urged to provide cold chain reassurance
The Cold Chain Federation has written to various members of the UK Government seeking urgent reassurance that the cold chains will be treated as a critical industry beyond March 2023.
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Seeds launched into space by IAEA and FAO
In the face of climate change, the IAEA and FAO have launched seeds into space to intensify their work in developing new resilient crop varieties.
What do US consumers want from quick service food?
A US study has revealed that women favour variety, while men place more value on staff behaviour when it comes to quick service food.
Zayn Malik demands immediate action on free school meals
Singer Zayn Malik has written to the UK Prime Minister asking for immediate action to be taken regarding free school meals.
Toxic chemicals found in US pet food packaging
Test results find “forever chemicals” in pet food packaging meaning pets across the US are being exposed to toxic substances.
Bounty gets removed from Celebrations tubs
Mars Wrigley has removed Bounty from its tubs of Celebrations after 39 percent of consumers claimed they wanted it gone.
Recall roundup: Salmonella and allergen alerts
This week's roundup of all the crucial product recalls includes a Salmonella alert, plus recalls relating to foreign objects and allergens.
A third of hospitality businesses could go bust by 2023
A survey has found that more than a third of the UK’s hospitality businesses are at risk of going bust amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Scientists extend the shelf life of pasta by 30 days
Italian research has discovered a new recipe that can extend the shelf life of fresh pasta by 30 days through packaging changes and ingredient additions.
Russia makes U-turn on grain deal
Less than a week after backing out of grain deal involving Ukraine, Russia has resumed its part in the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
UK food inflation continues to break records
October 2022 marks an all-time high for food inflation in the UK, increasing to 11.6 percent and affecting basic products such as milk.
Why are Canadians changing their eating habits?
Data reveals that Canadians are changing they way they are spending their money, including eating out less and cutting back on meat consumption to save money.
“All birds to be housed” as bird flu cases climb
The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer is set to introduce a housing order across England to prevent the spread of avian influenza.
USDA urged to finalise ‘organic’ standards
Numerous organisations have written to the USDA to finalise the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards for stronger animal welfare.
Russian grain deal exit risks world food insecurity
Russia has exited a grain agreement involving Ukraine, causing wheat prices to increase and global food security concerns to intensify.
