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Trumpian America: staring at a food safety crisis
Baffled by the machinations of Donald Trump, Professor Chris Elliott reflects on the US President’s impact on food safety…and it’s not good.
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Food4Education’s Wawira Njiru recognised as a 2025 CNBC Changemaker
Wawira Njiru, CEO of Food4Education, has been named on CNBC’s 2025 Changemakers list for transforming school feeding in Africa.
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Biomass fermentation: collaborating to realise its potential
Biomass fermentation is emerging as a sustainable solution to feed a growing global population, offering protein-rich ingredients produced quickly and efficiently. Yet, as MISTA’s Céline Schiff-Deb explains, unlocking its full potential will require collaboration, innovation and overcoming key industry challenges.
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Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its global agri-food supply chain
Walmart partners with Helios AI to climate-proof its agricultural supply chain using AI-driven climate risk forecasting and solutions.
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Ferrero reports strong financial growth despite cocoa price volatility
Ferrero's financial success continues, with an 8.9 percent increase in turnover to €18.4 billion, despite economic challenges and rising cocoa costs.
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Urgent call for VAT reform to drive healthier, sustainable eating choices
A new study led by University College London reveals how food VAT reforms could transform diets, reduce emissions and boost public health.
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Out of Africa – the future of global food security
Africa is often seen through the lens of food insecurity, but a quiet revolution is underway. Professor Chris Elliott explores how the continent could become a global food powerhouse.
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Investing in alternative proteins can secure Germany’s food leadership, new report finds
A new report by Systemiq highlights how how strategic investments in the alternative protein market could drive Germany’s economic growth, job creation and sustainability.
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Trump’s tariffs on China reignite trade war fears: the impact on global supply chains
The US has imposed a 10 percent tariff on Chinese imports, reigniting trade war tensions. With further tariffs on the EU, Canada, and Mexico looming, global supply chains—including food and beverage industries—must adapt to rising costs and logistical challenges.
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WRAP and IFWC launch WRAP EU to fight food waste in Europe
The newly formed WRAP EU aims to tackle food waste, promote circular living and reform food systems across Europe’s hospitality sector.
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The European Food Fraud Community of Practice heralds a new era of food integrity
This week, Professor Chris Elliott reveals the launch of a new community initiative that aims to serve generous portions of safe honest food for Europe and beyond.
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New study confirms Irish potato famine pathogen originated in the Andes
Groundbreaking new research identifies the Andes as the origin of the Irish potato famine pathogen, reshaping efforts to combat crop diseases.
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On food security the UK State is a joke
It could be argued that Clive Black is not entirely happy with the UK Government’s efforts to improve the food industry…
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Princes Group reaches pay agreement amid ongoing labour disputes
Princes secures three percent pay deal with GMB Union but faces unresolved disputes with Unite amid ongoing strikes.
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Navigating duty hikes: strategies for distillery process efficiency
The increase in alcohol duty rates alongside energy cost rises in recent years have been a heavy burden for distilleries. Here, Craig Akers at Aggreko reveals some operational strategies to help alleviate the pressure.
