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Meatly makes history with first European cultivated meat sale authorisation
Regulatory approval has been given to Meatly, making it the first European company to be authorised to sell cultivated meat.
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Euros bolster supermarket sales while inflation dips
Latest data has revealed that the UEFA European Championship played a role in boosting grocery sales, with consumers purchasing an increased amount of beer, crisps and snacks.
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NCSA researchers launch app to combat food insecurity
Researchers based in the US have developed a new app that they claim tackles supply chain and food insecurity issues.
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Labour’s six food pledges: From trade to junk food ads
Here, AIMS’ Tony Goodger outlines Labour's economic growth and food security pledges from Prime Minister Keir Starmer's first Cabinet meeting.
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The emerging significance of corruption in our global food system
Professor Chris Elliott describes how corruption significantly impacts the food system, as revealed by a comprehensive study on food-related corruption, highlighting five major types.
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Aldi sets sights on further UK expansion
Discount supermarket Aldi has unveiled plans to open a further 10 stores in the UK over the coming months.
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The AIMS manifesto for a modern UK food chain
With the UK general election drawing closer, AIMS’ Jason Aldiss advocates for modernised food regulations, improved technologies, and streamlined oversight to support the UK's meat industry and consumer safety.
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Popeyes opens 50th store in the UK since 2021
Quick service chicken restaurant Popeyes is opening its 50th store in the UK and has shared plans for further expansion.
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UK consumers visiting supermarkets less
Although take home grocery sales have risen, data from Kantar has revealed growth in supermarket footfall in the UK has stalled.
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Endangered item being sold in food market in New York
According to researchers from Cornell University, endangered sea cucumbers are being sold in food markets in New York City Chinatown districts.
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How much are UK pubs expected to make during the Euros?
Latest research has revealed that Brits are expected to spend more than £2.4 billion on beer alone during the 2024 Euros football tournament.
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Aldi signs £750 million deal with apple grower
Investing in a Kent-based apple grower, discount retailer Aldi has announced that it has signed a £750 million deal with British company AC Goatham & Son.
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The Food Security Index: Is the DEFRA glass half full?
Professor Chris Elliott explains why he believes the UK Government’s first ‘Food Security Index’ and a recent Downing Street food summit mark positive steps, but comprehensive food security policy is still lacking.
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Smithfield Foods donates $500,000 to bolster food security this summer
A $500,000 donation has been made to Smithfield Foods to fund SUN Bucks in North Carolina, a new USDA programme.
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Pizza Hut branches into burgers
Wanting a slice of the success of other burger chains in the US, Pizza Hut has announced that it will now be offering a Cheeseburger melt on its menu. However, the new item will not look the same as a typical burger, as Pizza Hut has confirmed it has “ditched…
