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Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its global agri-food supply chain
Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its agricultural supply chain using AI-driven climate risk forecasting and solutions.
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Unlocking the future of smart vertical farming with automation
Vertical farming has an essential role to play in sustainability by cutting the distances from farm to fork, and feeding a growing population. However, as Schneider Electric’s Louise Liddiard reveals, it requires careful deployment to achieve the best return on investment.
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TraceGains integrates deforestation data to enhance supply chain sustainability
TraceGains partners with Global Forest Watch Pro to help F&B companies assess deforestation risks and drive sustainable supply chains.
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A sober look at automation: catering to the low- and no-alcohol market in Dry January and beyond
As Dry January and alcohol-free beverages gain popularity, Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Automation and control specialist Beckhoff UK, explains how automation can help beverage manufacturers cater to the low- and no-alcohol market.
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Global food prices show mixed trends in 2024, reports FAO
Despite a 2.1 percent average annual decline, 2024 saw a volatile food commodity market, with sugar and cereals dropping, while vegetable oils, dairy, and meats surged.
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What role does AI play in unlocking the food and drink sector’s £14bn growth opportunity?
The food and drink industry not only has the keys to unlock £14bn in value for the UK economy but the sector could also become a world-class case study for delivering economic growth through digital innovation, believes Tom Clayton, CEO at IntelliAM.
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Episode 68: The 2024 Roundup
In this final episode of 2024, Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell provides a quick roundup of the biggest industry stories and talking points of the past year.
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Episode 67: How digital tools are transforming food safety and compliance with Avery Dennison
In this week’s episode, Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell sits down with Julie Vargas, Vice President and General Manager of Identification Solutions at Avery Dennison to discuss the digital tools which are helping reshape food safety and compliance.
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New AI-powered nutrition scoring system aims to improve health equity across the US
Journey Foods and Goodr partner to launch an AI-driven nutrition scoring system aimed at improving health and food access.
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Application Notes – Issue 3 2024
Read about the advanced tools shaping the future of food safety and quality assurance including PFAS testing and AI-powered inspection.
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New report highlights £14 billion untapped potential in UK food and drink manufacturing sector
UK food and drink manufacturing sector faces £14bn growth opportunity, but investment in technology, data and skills is crucial to unlock potential.
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TraceGains reveals 2025 food & beverage industry predictions
The company forecasts key trends for 2025, highlighting the potential impact of ESG, AI, and regulatory shifts on the food industry.
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How a universal standard for ecolabelling could transform our food system
Reflecting on the opportunity to better inform consumers and support actors across the whole food value chain, Richard Zaltzman, CEO of EIT Food, reveals what’s new with ecolabels.
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Strawberry-picking robot trialled to tackle UK agricultural labour shortage
A robot designed to quickly harvest and package strawberries has been built in Essex to address the agricultural labour shortage.
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Mérieux NutriSciences to acquire Bureau Veritas’ global food testing division
Mérieux NutriSciences strengthens its global presence with the acquisition of Bureau Veritas' food testing business, expanding operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region.
