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Natural pest control saves apple growers £3,000 per hectare
New UK study finds wildflower strips reduce pest damage, pesticide use and costs in commercial apple orchards while boosting biodiversity.
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UK food prices up again, reaching highest level in almost a year
Food inflation in the UK has hit 2.6 percent in April, the highest in 11 months, as retailers warn taxes and new laws may worsen price pressures.
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Ultra-processed foods linked to alarming premature death rates in the UK and US
A new study reveals ultra-processed foods contribute to 13.8 percent of premature deaths in the UK, highlighting urgent health risks.
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Mexico refuses to yield to US demands on screwworm livestock response
Mexico resists US pressure for full control over screwworm eradication, fuelling rising tensions and livestock trade risks across North America.
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Heineken’s ‘Social Off Socials’ campaign encourages screen-free socialising
Heineken’s new global campaign calls time on excessive screen use, encouraging people to rediscover the joy of face-to-face connection.
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Clear link discovered between baker’s yeast evolution and early human migration
Scientists link baker’s yeast evolution to ancient human movements, suggesting we’ve been shaping microbial life far longer than imagined.
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The evolving and enduring supply chain
Discover how global leaders are reinventing resilience to protect the future of our supply chains. This exclusive report will share key strategies from top industry experts on tackling climate disruption, digital transformation and shifting consumer demands.
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Grocery stores: where energy efficiency is the real checkout line
Supermarkets can and should start embracing the energy transition – yesterday, asserts Aidan Charron, Associate Director of Global Earth Day.
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Government suspends import tariffs on key food and drink items to ease costs
To support food manufacturers and lower costs for consumers, the UK Government has suspended import tariffs on dozens of ingredients until 2027.
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PepsiCo expands FareShare partnership to tackle food waste and boost UK employability
PepsiCo has announced a major expansion of its partnership with FareShare, funding two key programmes in 2025 aimed at reducing food waste and helping over 600 people in Leicestershire find employment opportunities. The £210,000 grant will build on seven years of impactful collaboration.
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Dr Clive Black: time for DEFRA’s disbandment
In this powerful opinion piece, Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets, argues that DEFRA is no longer fit for purpose and must be dismantled.
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The impact of Trump’s tariffs and recent FDA cuts on food safety and security: experts react
Leading food safety experts, including Frank Yiannas, Bill Marler, Dr Darin Detwiler, Professor Chris Elliott, Tim Lang and Michael Bell OBE, weigh in on the far-reaching consequences of President Trump's tariffs and recent FDA budget cuts. The article delves into the risks to food safety, supply chains and global food…
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PepsiCo names new CMO as it expands functional beverage strategy
PepsiCo has named Mark Kirkham as its new US beverages CMO, signalling a stronger focus on functional drinks. With the recent acquisition of prebiotic soda brand Poppi, PepsiCo is doubling down on health-driven beverages to compete in the evolving soft drinks market.
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Greencore set to acquire Bakkavor in landmark £1.2 billion deal
Greencore’s £1.2bn acquisition of Bakkavor will reshape the fresh prepared food sector, pending regulatory approval.
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The unintended and worrying consequences of EUDR
Professor Chris Elliott reveals the highlights and anticipated pitfalls of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), noting holes to fill in the proverbial dike to swerve the tactics of devious greenwashers.
