All articles by Ben Cornwell – Page 15
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NewsMcVitie’s owner Pladis commits £68m to UK manufacturing investment and factory modernisation
Pladis’ major UK investment in factory automation and infrastructure aims to increase production capacity, efficiency and reduce emissions.
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CMA launches inquiry into Greencore’s £1.2bn Bakkavor acquisition
The UK watchdog has opened an inquiry into Greencore’s £1.2bn acquisition of Bakkavor, assessing its impact on competition in the food sector.
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NewsMcDonald’s launches Spicy McMuffin to celebrate 50 years of breakfast classic
The fast food giant spices up its US breakfast menu with a limited-time Spicy McMuffin range to celebrate 50 years since its iconic nationwide launch.
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NewsGovernment funds six projects to tackle UK food insecurity and improve healthy access
Six projects across the UK receive £8.5 million funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to tackle food inequality and improve public health.
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NewsUK dairy industry unites in landmark alliance to drive sustainability
UK dairy farmers, processors, and retailers unite in a landmark alliance to accelerate sustainability and boost supply chain resilience.
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ArticleBreaking the mould: a Win-Win solution to chocolate’s cocoa crisis
Against the backdrop of World Chocolate Day, this instalment of Ingredients for Change explores the current climate and challenges facing the cocoa industry and whether it’s time to rethink the traditional chocolate production model. New Food spoke with Ahrum Pak to learn how her startup aims to break the mould.
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NewsWaitrose invests in Bristol distribution centre to enhance South West supply chain
Waitrose to open its first South West distribution centre at Bristol 360 in late 2026, enhancing supply efficiency and sustainability.
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NewsNestlé and IBM harness AI to develop sustainable food packaging solutions
Nestlé and IBM Research unveil a generative AI tool designed to accelerate the discovery of sustainable high-barrier food packaging materials.
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NewsScotch Whisky becomes first international product to receive GI Status in Argentina
Scotch Whisky becomes the first international product awarded Geographical Indication status in Argentina.
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NewsFDA escalates organic blueberry recall to highest level over listeria risk
The FDA has upgraded Alma Pak’s blueberry recall to the highest risk level following positive tests for Listeria monocytogenes.
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NewsHershey joins growing food industry push to remove synthetic dyes by 2027
Hershey commits to removing synthetic dyes by 2027, joining a major industry push driven by health concerns and regulatory pressure.
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NewsPopular UK scotch eggs recalled due to Salmonella risk
The Compleat Food Group recalls Wall’s Scotch Eggs due to Salmonella risk, urging consumers to return affected batches for a full refund.
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NewsStarbucks releases new limited-time Firework Frappuccino for Fourth of July
Starbucks celebrates Independence Day with a bold, colourful Firework Frappuccino available across US stores for one week only.
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NewsTony’s Chocolonely listed in TIME’s most influential companies of 2025
TIME names Tony’s Chocolonely among 2025’s 100 most influential companies for its mission to end exploitation in cocoa supply chains.
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News143,000 pounds of bologna recalled in US over labelling error
Seven varieties of bologna pulled from US market after undeclared meat ingredients raise serious labelling concerns.
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NewsUK Government launches Healthy Food Standard mandating healthier products
UK’s Healthy Food Standard mandates retailers to increase healthier product sales, targeting obesity reduction and easing NHS burden.
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NewsProtein-rich grasshopper bread developed to combat future food insecurity
Mexican scientists develop sustainable insect-based bread to address global protein demand and combat food insecurity by improving nutritional intake without altering daily diets.
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NewsLidl research reveals sports nutrition gap ahead of Women’s Euro 2025
Lidl GB research finds most women lack tailored sports nutrition guidance, with experts calling for urgent change ahead of Women’s Euro 2025.
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NewsAd giants 'silence' youth-led campaign against junk food advertising
Bite Back’s award-winning anti-junk food advertising campaign has been blocked by JCDecaux and Global, sparking censorship claims from the young activists.
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NewsFSA launches support service for UK cultivated meat companies
The support service will help UK food innovators navigate regulatory hurdles and bring safe cultivated meat products to market faster.