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UK animal product imports undermine welfare standards, report finds
New report finds 95 percent of the UK's current or potential trade partners have lower animal welfare standards, prompting calls for urgent government action.
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FDA announces plan to phase out synthetic food dyes
The FDA has announced it will phase out synthetic food dyes—including Red 40 and Yellow 5—by 2026, marking a major shift toward natural additives.
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New Food’s Annual Review: Key trends that shaped the food & beverage industry in 2025
14 April 2025 | By New Food
Join us for a comprehensive review of the year's most significant trends shaping the food and beverage industry. Our panel of experts will reflect on the key challenges that 2025 has presented, and the technological advancements, supply chain shifts, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory changes that technical decision-makers need to understand…
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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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Four convicted for diverting unfit meat into the human food chain
Four men and a business have been found guilty of illegally selling unfit meat, following an NFCU investigation. Sentencing is expected in the coming months.
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Robinsons Aldi lawsuit launches over alleged squash trademark infringement
Robinsons is suing Aldi for alleged trademark infringement over its mini squash product. The case, filed in the High Court, highlights the ongoing legal battles over lookalike products in the retail sector.
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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.
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UK food strategy board launched to drive public health and food system reform
A new UK Food Strategy Advisory Board has been launched to drive food policy reform, improve public health, and strengthen the food system through industry and government collaboration
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FDF urges action as Brexit bureaucracy strangles UK food exports by a third
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) calls for immediate government intervention to address post-Brexit trade barriers and 34 percent decline in UK food exports to the EU.
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THRIVING Food Futures hub set to shape UK’s net zero food policies
The new research hub aims to reshape UK food policies, promoting sustainable, healthy diets to tackle climate and public health challenges.
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Food safety in the age of transparency report by New Food
25 February 2025 | By SIAL Canada
This report navigates the evolving world of food safety and transparency with expert insights on key industry shifts, emerging challenges, and innovative solutions. Discover the latest in regulations, technology, and strategies to enhance compliance, build trust, and drive long-term success.
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UK food industry demands stronger protections for delivery riders amid rising attacks
More than 30 UK food businesses are calling on the Government to extend new Crime & Policing Bill protections to delivery riders.
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How can the UK become thinner or less fat?
Forget Whitehall's ineffective policies and bureaucratic 'guff'. Britain's obesity crisis demands common sense: honest conversations about diet, sensible eating and active lifestyles. It's time to ditch the red tape and empower the public to make healthier choices. — Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets and former Head…
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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…
