New fertiliser project to be assessed by MPs
A fertiliser project in Buckinghamshire has sparked UK Government interest as MPs launch enquiry into food security and assess how they might strengthen the UK’s supply chain resilience.
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New framework proposed to regulate engineered crops
Current methods for crop safety testing have been challenged by researchers with new approaches encouraged for genetically engineered (GE) crops.
Front-of-pack traffic lights confuse UK consumers
Research from Nestlé Cereals reveals that 34% of UK consumers do not know what the traffic light nutritional labelling system means, flagging concerns over consumer confusion.
Governor Newsom signs fast food bill into law
Governor of California Gavin Newsom has signed the bill into law, which has not been without its opposition on its way into the statute book.
As Co2 prices rise for businesses, consumers will be expected to pay the price
We are already experiencing the worst food inflation in 50 years, but shoppers can expect to see prices rise further as businesses have no choice but to waiver the costs, 2 Sisters Food Group boss warns.
Meat industry devastated by electricity bills
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has published a report illustrating the scale of electricity price hikes and their effects on its members, and lays out four key recommendations for the new UK Prime Minister.
Drink tea to live longer
Research shows that drinking tea can lower risk of mortality and prevent poor health conditions.
Scotland E.coli reports climb
Musselburgh Private Nursery in Scotland has been forced to close alongside several other children nurseries as a result of an escalating E.coli outbreak.
Recall roundup: Undeclared allergens, foreign objects and pathogen concerns
Read our latest roundup of recalls impacting the UK and US, including several incidences of packaging errors, with allergens not being included on the label, along with numerous pathogen concerns.
Defra launches bread and flour consultation launched in the UK
The consultation will look at changing the bread and flour regulations that have been in place for more than 20 years, but some in the baking sector think it does not go far enough.
Feeding America calls for industry action with food bank usage up
As inflation rates reach record highs, hunger relief charity Feeding America is calling on all corners of the food industry to come together to combat food insecurity in the US.
Can Twitch tweak your diet?
Research shows that some Twitch users are vulnerable to negative influences as a result of nutrient-poor food endorsements.
New multispectral imaging allows coffee quality to be measured in real time
Brazilian researchers have developed a selection method that can differentiate between regular and speciality coffee beans through artificial intelligence.
UK food inflation hits highest rate since 2008 crash
Food inflation reached levels not seen for over a decade as households have less disposable income than they did in June 2021.
Nine leading food businesses join the pursuit for higher welfare chicken in the US
The US Working Group for Broiler Welfare welcomes nine new members, all working to fight for higher poultry welfare practices.
