Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield quits over Unilever social activism dispute
Jerry Greenfield leaves Ben & Jerry's after nearly 50 years, claiming Unilever has “silenced” the brand's social activism and independence.
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McDonald’s makes $200m commitment to regenerative agriculture and responsible beef sourcing
McDonald’s invests $200m in regenerative agriculture to boost responsible beef sourcing and protect US ranchland ecosystems.
Costco US recalls sparkling wine over risk of shattering bottles
Costco has recalled its Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene in several US states after reports of bottles shattering. Shoppers are urged to dispose of the wine safely at home and will be given a full refund.
FDF warns UK food inflation could hit 5.7 percent by Christmas
UK food inflation continues to outpace other European nations, with forecasts expecting it to reach 5.7 percent by December.
Sainsbury’s recalls own-brand houmous products over E. coli contamination fears
E. coli fears prompt Sainsbury’s recall of two own-brand houmous lines, with shoppers urged not to consume products.
Frozen burrito bowls sold at Target recalled over undeclared shrimp
One Frozen LLC recalls over 57,000 Good & Gather burrito bowls sold at Target after reports of undeclared shrimp raise allergy risk concerns.
Global Glove Safety Day returns, warning of hidden food contamination risks
This year’s theme, “Don’t assume gloved hands are clean,” warns the food industry of hidden contamination risks and the dangers of blindly trusting protective gear.
BRAINR raises record €11m to drive digital transformation in food manufacturing
Lisbon-based startup BRAINR has raised €11 million in a record seed round to digitise food manufacturing. Its cloud platform already manages a quarter of Portugal’s meat production, cutting waste and improving traceability.
Tate & Lyle partners with MassChallenge to scale sustainable food innovation
The ingredient solutions giant is joining forces with MassChallenge to support food start-ups driving healthier, more sustainable innovation in the UK and Switzerland.
European Parliament approves new EU-wide targets to reduce food waste by 2030
The new binding EU-wide 2030 food waste targets aim to slash sector-wide losses and improve sustainability across the supply chain.
Strongbow becomes first alcohol brand to add NaviLens accessible labels
The high-contrast NaviLens codes on Strongbow cans are designed to help blind and partially sighted shoppers access product information with ease.
MPs warn illegal meat smuggling crisis risks major disease outbreak
A new EFRA Committee report has said illegal meat smuggling is rising, putting public health, farming and UK food security at risk.
Xampla raises $14m to scale plant-based packaging solutions
UK start-up Xampla secures $14m funding to expand Morro plant-based packaging, targeting 10 billion single-use plastic items globally.
Tesco trials infrared avocado ripeness scanner to cut food waste
Tesco is piloting an infrared avocado scanner in five UK stores, helping shoppers pick perfectly ripe fruit and reduce waste.
UK Government moves to ban high-caffeine energy drinks for under-16s in England
Government unveils plans to restrict high-caffeine energy drinks for under-16s, targeting childhood obesity and improving school performance.
