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Coffee price fluctuations are affecting farmers’ mental wellbeing, study finds
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have found that fluctuating coffee prices put mental pressure on Vietnamese farmers.
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Princes Group unveils new CEO
Simon Harrison has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Princes Group following his position as deputy Managing Director at the company.
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Episode 51: Committing to ethical sourcing Part 1 with David McDiarmid
Princes' Corporate Relations Director David McDiarmid shares how the international food and drink manufacturer has committed to making its vast supply chain more visible.
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Smithfield funds $250K scholarship at Mount Olive University
Smithfield Foods has established a $250,000 endowed scholarship programme at University of Mount Olive.
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Episode 50: Is Brexit working for the meat sector? With Nick Allen
CEO of the British Meat Processors Association Nick Allen talks through the most important challenges facing the meat sector in 2024.
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Why are food manufacturers’ margins falling behind?
Jarrod Adam, Head of Product at Unleashed, unveils challenges affecting manufacturers' profitability, from overstocking to surging food inflation and evolving supply chains.
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Phenomenal women in the food sector
This International Women’s Day, New Food’s Assistant Editor Grace Galler speaks to four women in the sector about their career journeys, discussing achievements, challenges, and hopes for the next generation.
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Lunch liberation: Catering to twenty-first century employees
Matt Ephgrave, MD at Just Eat for Business explains how hybrid work has been reshaping food culture and why tech-driven solutions can revolutionise workplace catering.
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Aldi to create 5,500 new jobs in 2024
Discount retailer Aldi has announced UK expansion plans and has committed to creating 5,500 new roles during 2024.
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Episode 49: Applications of AI Part One with Jorge Hernandez
In the latest episode of Food To Go, Josh and Grace speak to food safety titan Jorge Hernandez about the ever-evolving applications of AI in the sector. Listen to find out how The Wendy's Company is putting the tool to good use and predictions for its use in the future.
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CEO of Tortilla steps down
Richard Morris, CEO of Tortilla, will be stepping down from the role. Find out who will be following in his footsteps here…
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Empowering our food system in the European Year of Skills
Dr Maarten van der Kamp explains why harnessing education and skills in the agrifood sector could transform the future food system.
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Launch your career in food: How to navigate the food career network to ensure your success
Join this webinar whether you’re a graduate, apprentice, school leaver or just started your career. Hear from fellow food professionals on how to make your food career purposeful, successful and understand the exciting and fulfilling opportunities the sector offers. Learn from their experience and take away some tips you can…
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Stepping up to the plate: Jonny Keeling
In this series, we speak to dynamic voices in the food industry, showcasing individuals who are embracing new responsibilities.
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Sainsbury’s leads with living wages for banana workers
Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s is investing in living wages for banana workers in Cameroon, Colombia, Dominican Republic and Ghana.
