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Myprotein recall popular product due to allergen safety risk
THG Nutrition recalls Myprotein cookie product due to undeclared gluten, posing a health risk to those with coeliac disease or allergies.
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Up to 24 million at risk from nutrition misinformation online
New report identifies influential social media accounts spreading nutrition misinformation online that may conflict with public health advice and affect millions globally.
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Lidl recall popular snack over potential choking hazard
Lidl recalls four Alesto Raw Fruit & Nut Bars due to plastic contamination risk, urging consumers not to eat affected batches.
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Leading food and health experts demand UK ban on nitrites in processed meats
A new coalition of scientists and politicians urges the UK Government to ban cancer-linked nitrites from processed meats like bacon and ham.
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The US-UK trade deal versus UK food standards: compromises or kept promises?
Should we be pleased with the outcome of last week’s transatlantic trade negotiations? Chris Elliott gives his take on the landmark trade deal that is tiptoeing where many feared to tread.
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SPAR NI recalls several chicken products over listeria contamination risk
SPAR NI recalls three cooked chicken products due to Listeria risk, urging consumers not to eat affected batches and return them.
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FSA advises against using ocean-bound plastics for food packaging
The FSA issues new guidance on plastic food packaging following an assessment from the FCMJEG, advising against ocean-bound plastics.
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Food security in the Trump era: risks and opportunities
We are living in VUCA times – a phrase that describes the volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous nature of today’s world. Here, Mark Driscoll reflects on the perilous challenges presented by President Trump on global food security due to policy shifts affecting trade, community feeding programmes, international aid, agriculture and…
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UK urged to act on microplastics or risk falling behind
Leading scientists call for urgent national strategy as UK lags behind global efforts to tackle microplastic and chemical pollution threats.
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Allergen management in the food industry: key insights at the Allergy Companions conference
Explore key insights on allergen management at the Allergy Companions Conference on 29th May. Learn from industry leaders about the latest trends, challenges, and best practices in allergen safety to improve food services and consumer trust.
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The next mile: breaking barriers in food safety
Despite decades of innovation in science and technology, food safety outcomes remain stagnant. Dr. Darin Detwiler calls for a shift not in tools, but in belief—the kind of belief that breaks barriers and redefines what’s possible.
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Recall Roundup: Asda, Trader Joe’s and glass contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (25 April-1 May 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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FDA approves sale of gene-edited pigs in the US
FDA approves commercial sale of gene-edited pigs in the US, offering a breakthrough in disease-resistant livestock following UK breakthrough.
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FANtastic alliances: Building a united front against food fraud
Celebrating 10 years of impact, the Food Authenticity Network (FAN) continues to strengthen global food fraud resilience. Now a key partner in the Horizon Europe EFF-CoP project, FAN is helping shape a collaborative future for food authenticity through innovation, community and knowledge exchange.
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Asda recalls chicken slices over date labelling error
Asda issues urgent recall of chicken slices with incorrect use-by date, urging customers to return affected packs for a refund.
