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Mars shares plans for a $237 million baking facility in the US
As part of its Nature’s Bakery project, Mars has announced it will be opening a 339,000 sq. ft. baking facility in Salt Lake City.
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Decoding generational preferences in food values, taste and security
The latest Perdue Consumer Food Insights Report has unearthed different generations’ attitudes to food spending.
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Episode 47: The 2024 food safety preview
Josh and Grace sit down with Darin Detwiler to understand what the food sector has learned from past food safety scandals and what changes could make for a safer food system.
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USDA’s Summer Grocery Program targets child food insecurity
A new USDA and Feeding America scheme is set to allow over 20 million children to have access to “adequate nutrition” for the summer of 2024.
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Stepping up to the plate: Leigh Keith
In this series, we speak to dynamic voices in the food industry, showcasing individuals who are embracing new responsibilities.
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Recall Roundup: Undeclared allergens and incorrect labelling
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we share some of the lasted food and beverage recalls from around the world.
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$5.2 million grant awarded for onion harvest research
A National Institute of Food and Agriculture-funded project is set to research multiple aspects of the southern US onion harvest system.
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What’s on the menu? Five food trend predictions for 2024
The food and beverage industry is evolving, but what trends will shape the sector in the next 12 months? Find out New Food’s trend predictions here…
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Were food systems just a side dish at COP28?
Dr Lucy Wallace reflects on how the COP28 conference resulted in a landmark deal focusing on climate action but may have fallen short when it comes to transforming food systems.
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Expert predicts AI fuelled “fourth agricultural revolution”
According to a US-based researcher, AI could transform agriculture and help to meet the need for safe, sustainably-produced food for a growing global population.
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Recall Roundup: Spotlight on pathogens
In the first Recall Roundup of 2024, we take a look at various food items being recalled due to pathogen contamination concerns, including Cronobacter sakazakii and E. Coli.
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Controversial meat law comes into effect in California
California’s controversial “Proposition 12” has come into full effect after a six month delay expired this week.
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Examining the pet food market: approaches and alternatives
How has the landscape of the pet food industry evolved in recent years? Kate Kehoe of FMCG Gurus delves into market trends, revealing emerging demands in the current pet retail landscape.
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Will AI enhance or disrupt the fast food industry?
AI advancements promise to revolutionise food services, but success relies on sophisticated conversational abilities and personalised strategies, Gopi Polavarapu discusses.
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Understanding and addressing staff turnover in food and agriculture
Ricky Volpe analyses why staff turnover among the food and agriculture sectors is so high and suggests action the indsutry can take to improve it.
