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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.
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Alfa Laval announce new food innovation centre in Denmark to address global food challenges
Alfa Laval’s new Food Innovation Centre aims to transform global food production with sustainable, cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
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Princes Group chairman responds to pay dispute amid strike action
Princes Group faces strikes over a pay dispute, as its Chairman calls for resolution amid union warnings of supermarket shortages.
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Global food prices show mixed trends in 2024, reports FAO
Despite a 2.1 percent average annual decline, 2024 saw a volatile food commodity market, with sugar and cereals dropping, while vegetable oils, dairy, and meats surged.
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What role does AI play in unlocking the food and drink sector’s £14bn growth opportunity?
The food and drink industry not only has the keys to unlock £14bn in value for the UK economy but the sector could also become a world-class case study for delivering economic growth through digital innovation, believes Tom Clayton, CEO at IntelliAM.
