UK committee chair express concern over fertiliser shortages
Chair of the Environment Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee, Sir Roger Goodwill, has written to DEFRA Secretary George Eustice to ask for solutions to the shortage.
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US to import infant formula from Mexico as shortages continue
As families in the US continue to struggle to get hold of infant formula, the FDA has provided an update on its efforts to acquire more supplies.
Nordic diet could lead to healthier-eating babies, claims research
Research from Sweden and the US has suggested that feeding babies a lower-protein Nordic style diet could increase fruit and vegetable consumption.
Do you know what’s in your 5-a-day?
A survey from the British Nutrition Foundation has suggested that an alarming amount of people do not know what comprises their 5-a-day and what does not.
Ben & Jerry’s joins Pack4Good initiative on World Rainforest Day
Ben & Jerry’s has made a commitment to prioritise paper packaging that takes less of a toll on forests around the globe, which continue to be destroyed at an alarming rate.
‘Healthy soda’ TikTok trend damaging teeth
Another potentially dangerous TikTok trend has been examined by the experts, who are concerned that the 'healthy soda' video might cause damage to teeth.
United Airlines introduces Impossible Foods items on its flights
The US-based carrier will introduce Impossible Foods items on some of its services and as a breakfast option in its lounges in major US cities.
Average grocery bill could rise by £380
As prices continue to rise, shoppers could be mitigating higher grocery bills by opting for own-branded products over branded items, according to the latest market research.
Food miles have much worse impact on climate than first feared
The impact of food transportation on the climate is a lot worse than was previously anticipated, with researchers urging consumers to buy and eat local.
Researcher teams up with Michelin star chef to create seafood alternative
Science and fine dining come together as a Danish researcher seeks to create a seafood alternative from fungi – and it might even end up on a Michelin-star menu.
Ferrero factory allowed to reopen after Salmonella outbreak
The factory has undergone a deep clean in a bid to rid it of the offending Salmonella strain, but Belgium’s health authorities will keep a close eye on products leaving the facility.
May and June peak months for Campylobacter infection
Research also suggests that chlorination, which is common in the US, does not have any significant impact on the safety of chicken and the prevalence of Campylobacter.
Crack research team will try to solve one of humankind’s biggest problems
The research team will use the diversity of the selected case studies to attempt to solve one of humankind’s greatest challenges – how are we going to feed more people?
Recall roundup: Salmonella and E.coli alerts in UK and US
E.coli and Salmonella recalls dominate this week's recall roundup after the alarm was sounded in the US and UK respectively.
Listen to farmers when making trade deals, says committee report
A report published by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee has shot a warning to the UK Government, asking that it listen to famers and food producers when it negotiates trade deals in the future.
