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Is the plant-based bubble bursting?
Despite a previous surge in plant-based demand, Sam Sharp explores hurdles in the sector, including market saturation, cost concerns, and M&A sluggishness post-pandemic.
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Will food inflation remain high in 2024?
How does IGD think food inflation will fare in the year ahead? And how will implementation of the Border Target Operating Model impact the sector? Find out here…
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British woman dies after eating mislabelled cookie
According to latest reports, Órla Baxendale, a 25 year old woman, has died from an anaphylactic shock after eating an incorrectly labelled cookie in Connecticut.
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Episode 48: Did COP28 deliver? Part One
In this podcast episode, Josh and Grace speak to Joanna Trewern about whether the recent COP28 conference really delivered for the food sector or if it was merely talking shop.
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Recall Roundup: Spotlight on undeclared allergens
In this instalment of Recall Roundup, we look at food recalls in the UK and US that have occurred due to incorrect allergen labelling.
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45 percent of Brits avoid dining out due to food intolerance
In a Hello Fresh survey, nearly half of Brits have shared that they are put off eating out due to food intolerances or specific dietary requirements.
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Net zero: A half full or half empty promise in the beverage industry?
With the beverage industry contributing four percent of global CO2 emissions, how can companies adapt with green initiatives and genuine commitment essential amid evolving regulations? Colin Rodgers investigates.
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Sainsbury’s invests £220m to “lower prices” of popular products
Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has shared that this financial year, it will have invested over £200 million to cut prices of popular foods.
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Popeyes to open over 30 additional restaurants in the UK
Quick-service restaurant Popeyes has announced that it will be expanding across the UK, including drive-thrus and delivery kitchens.
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Europe’s first KitKat with Nestlé Accelerator cocoa debuts
Nestlé introduces Europe's first KitKat crafted from cocoa grown by farmer families from its Income Accelerator programme.
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Training future investigators for sustainable industry solutions
Kathryn Whitehead explains how the SurfSAFE project unites academia to reduce biofouling in food processing plants, emphasising interdisciplinary training and industry collaboration.
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Recall Roundup: Moth larvae and pathogens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we list recent recalls from around the world including savoury biscuits being recalled due to the presence of moth larvae.
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Who is the new Deputy Chair of the FSA?
The Food Standards Agency has appointed Timothy Riley as its Deputy Chair for the next three years. Find out more here...
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How manufactures can reduce food waste during food production
In this piece, Andrew Poles reveals key tips for food manufactures on cutting down the amount of food being wasted during the production process.
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Eating smart: Innovating food for health, flavour and the planet
Kerry's Dr Aoife Marie Murphy explains why the food industry must come together to create sustainable nutrition solutions that deliver better nutrition without compromising taste, while minimising negative environmental impact.
