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South Lincolnshire receives £16 million agri-tech investment
A Food Enterprise Zone in South Lincolnshire has received £16 million in agri-tech funding to tackle UK food security.
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Brits want canned food amid cost-of-living crisis
In the UK, there has been a surge in popularity of canned food, with sale volumes of canned soup and tomatoes at the highest level since 2018.
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Second case of avian influenza confirmed in Anglesey
In the UK, the second case this month of avian influenza has been confirmed in Anglesey by the Welsh Government.
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Phosphorous reduction trials reveal benefits for layer diets
ABN commercial trial finds novel nutritional strategy gives way to 11 percent reduction in phosphorus in hens laying eggs destined for food.
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UK food and drink inflation hits 42-year high
UK food and beverage costs have risen by 14.6 percent since beginning of 2022, according to the ONS. Here’s a breakdown and how the sector will be impacted…
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UK crop yield resilience tested by climate change
“Climate change will push the boundaries of what can be achieved though crop management,” warn researchers, as wheat yields see poorest levels in decades.
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Kraft Heinz releases 2022 ESG Report
‘Together at the Table’ is Kraft Heinz’s latest report that outlines its progress concerning diversity, Net Zero commitment and food security goals.
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Environment Secretary commits to sustainable horticulture growth
The UK’s Environment Secretary, Ranil Jayawardena, says he is committed to boosting home grown fruit and vegetable production and driving high-tech horticulture growth. Here’s how he intends to do it…
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FareShare: An amazing organisation doing amazing work
Chris Elliott takes a moment to reflect on two of the key themes of the Food Safety Conference – food security and accessibility – and shines a light on the excellent work of FareShare in helping to create a fairer and less wasteful industry.
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The three pillars for the future of EU agriculture
Following the European Farmers Congress in October 2022, three pillars have been established to navigate the future of EU agriculture.
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Will the UK Government reconsider the trade agreement?
The Environment Food and Rural Affairs Committee has asked the UK Government to reconsider its report on the impact of the Australian trade agreement, claiming the previous reply was disappointing.
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How is the Californian drought affecting agriculture?
The Californian drought is having damaging effects on the state, including withering essential winter crops, and contributing to food inflation.
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Is seaweed safe to eat?
The WHO and FAO have published a report concerning food safety hazards linked with seaweed and aquatic plant consumption.
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More Brits than ever are eating expired food
A consumer research report has revealed a rise in the number of Britons eating food past its expiration date.
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Arkansas finalises cooperative agreement with FSIS
Arkansas has signed a cooperative agreement for the State Meat Inspection Program which should "help prevent supply chain bottlenecks", according to USDA’s Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety.
