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New mercury-reducing packaging solution sets a safer standard for canned tuna
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a packaging solution that reduces mercury content in canned tuna by 35 percent.
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Consumers warned by FSA of top food hygiene “fails” this festive season
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) reveal the UK's top food hygiene fails, highlighting risks consumers face during this festive season. Here are their expert tips to stay safe this Christmas.
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Recall Roundup: further cucumber-related recalls and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (7-13 December 2024), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Episode 62: Tackling the global food waste crisis with Too Good To Go
In this latest episode of Food to Go, Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell sits down with Sophie Trueman from Too Good To Go to discuss the importance of tackling food waste across the entire supply chain—from manufacturers to retailers and consumers.
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How UKHarvest’s Nourish Hub is tackling food waste and food poverty
A community hub in West London, established to address food poverty and social isolation, has received positive feedback from residents and volunteers.
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Aldi removes ‘use by’ dates from fresh milk
Discount supermarket Aldi has announced changes to its fresh milk packaging, hoping to cut food waste by removing use by dates.
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Hellmann’s trials new label to reduce fridge temperatures
Unilever owned Hellmann’s is trialling a new test label to reduce fridge temperatures and food waste amid the cost of living crisis.
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Co-op to scrap ‘best before’ dates on fruit and vegetables
UK supermarket Co-op are removing ‘best-before’ dates on fresh fruit and vegetables to help customers cut food waste and save money.
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Are milk cartons detracting from freshness?
Paperboard milk cartons, ubiquitous in almost every American school, do not preserve milk freshness as well as other packaging options, research has found.
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Scientists extend the shelf life of pasta by 30 days
Italian research has discovered a new recipe that can extend the shelf life of fresh pasta by 30 days through packaging changes and ingredient additions.
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Longer lasting vitamin-enriched beverages
UK technology company launches vitamin microcapsule which enables brands to micro package beverages without the risk of degradation.
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Ketchup: fridge or cupboard? The debate is settled…
A survey has revealed how people in Britain store their food, and the heated arguments that can stem from a difference of opinion.
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Could QR codes be the way to reduce dairy waste?
QR codes have become popular since the pandemic, but a new study suggests that this technology could be the answer to reducing one of the largest sources of agricultural and food waste.
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Planet-friendly packaging
A team of researchers seek to create an alternative, greener packaging material that helps certain food and beverages last longer.
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Reducing food loss and waste through preservation
The majority of food waste occurs in the home; here, Emma Cahill explains how manufacturers can employ clever tactics to help consumers be less wasteful.
