All articles by Ian Westcott
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NewsUK beef hits US shelves tariff-free for the first time, cutting export costs for British businesses
The first tariff-free shipment of UK beef has arrived in the US, cutting export costs and unlocking a £70 million trade opportunity for British farmers and food producers.
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NewsDisaronno Originale recalled in England and Scotland over glass contamination risk
Illva Saronno S.p.A has recalled selected 700ml bottles of Disaronno Originale after the potential presence of glass fragments was identified in several batches sold in England and Scotland.
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ArticlePanorama’s PFAS wake-up call: why the UK food industry must act now
The BBC Panorama episode on ‘forever chemicals’ has put PFAS contamination in UK food under the spotlight. Here’s why manufacturers can’t afford to ignore it.
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NewsEU bioeconomy strategy 2025 sets sights on sustainable growth
The European Union has launched its 2025 bioeconomy strategy to drive sustainable growth, circular practices, and innovation. Explore how biotechnology and fermentation can help companies scale efficiently while supporting environmental goals.
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NewsMagnum invests £50m to modernise UK’s largest ice cream factory
Magnum Ice Cream Company has announced a £50m upgrade of its Gloucester factory, introducing modernised infrastructure, high-speed production lines and sustainability gains as part of a global supply chain transformation.
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NewsNew systematic review reveals strongest early-life risk factors for childhood obesity
A comprehensive new review of 177 global studies has pinpointed the strongest maternal and infant factors linked to childhood obesity in the first 1,000 days of life, offering insights to guide early prevention strategies.
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NewsAKA Foods secures $17.2 million seed funding to launch world’s first secure AI system for food innovation
AKA Foods has secured $17.2 million in seed funding to launch AKA Studio, a secure AI platform transforming food product formulation. By combining sensory data, R&D insights and intelligent AI assistants, the system accelerates innovation cycles, supports clean-label reformulation, and helps food companies bring healthier, more sustainable products to market ...
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NewsHow HRMS is transforming contaminant detection in reclaimed water and food crops
As Europe embraces reclaimed water to sustain agriculture, scientists warn that trace contaminants may be entering soils and crops. Learn how advanced HRMS technology helps laboratories identify, quantify and control emerging risks to food safety and compliance.
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NewsBeyond Meat expands Walmart availability with new value pack
Beyond Meat is expanding at Walmart, launching the new Beyond Burger 6-Pack and bringing popular plant-based products to over 2,000 stores, offering shoppers affordable, high-protein alternatives to traditional meat.
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Newsdsm-firmenich and Bayer partner to advance sustainability in animal protein footprinting
Bayer and dsm-firmenich have announced a partnership to improve sustainability in animal agriculture, combining Sustell™ footprinting technology with crop-level carbon data to reduce the environmental impact of animal protein production.
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NewsFDA expands US ground cinnamon recall amid lead contamination concerns
The FDA has widened its US recall of ground cinnamon products after detecting dangerous lead contamination. With several major brands affected, the agency is warning of potential health impacts and urging consumers to discard any listed products immediately.
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NewsADM identifies resilience as the key theme shaping flavour and colour trends for 2026
ADM’s latest Flavour and Colour Trends report forecasts that 2026 will be defined by personal resilience. The company identifies three key trends – Authentic wellbeing, Give me more and Newstalgia dreamland – as consumers seek balance, creativity and comfort through the foods and beverages they choose.
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NewsWest Virginia food dye ban faces first legal challenge
West Virginia’s pioneering ban on six synthetic food dyes is under legal challenge from the International Association of Colour Manufacturers. The law, supported by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr as part of the “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, is being phased in across schools and commercial food sales, with ...
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NewsILSI Europe introduces risk-based approach to manage mycotoxins in food
A new risk-based framework from ILSI Europe helps industry and regulators prioritise mycotoxin threats in wheat-based foods, supporting evidence-based mitigation strategies.
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NewsGlobal eco-friendly food packaging market set for rapid growth as demand for sustainable solutions rises
The global eco-friendly food packaging market is forecast to double in value by 2032, driven by rising demand for sustainable, recyclable and biodegradable materials across the food and beverage industry.
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NewsPepsiCo unveils science-led protein portfolio featuring Propel, Muscle Milk and Starbucks innovations
PepsiCo has announced three protein-led innovations across its beverage portfolio, signalling a strategic shift from protein quantity to outcome-driven functionality. Launching in early 2026, Propel Clear Protein, reformulated Muscle Milk and Starbucks Coffee + Protein are each tailored to specific consumer occasions, combining scientific formulation with everyday convenience.
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NewsESSNA responds to Channel 4’s Joe Wicks documentary on ultra-processed foods
ESSNA has responded to Channel 4’s Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill, warning that not all processed foods are harmful. The documentary, which features Wicks’ “Killer Bar,” has sparked debate over ultra-processed foods. Experts say broad labels like NOVA can mislead consumers, and evidence-based, ingredient-level analysis is needed to assess real ...
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NewsSaveggy pilots edible plant-based coating to replace plastic in fresh produce
Swedish start-up Saveggy has developed an edible, plant-based coating for cucumbers, offering a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging. Backed by EIT Food, the company is piloting the solution with ICA and Odlarna, with plans to expand across Europe.
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NewsDimitra and NACCU partner to drive EUDR compliance for Kenya’s coffee farmers
Dimitra and NACCU have partnered to help over one million Kenyan coffee farmers comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Using Dimitra’s Connected Coffee platform, farmers can digitally map their farms, assess deforestation risks, and generate compliance reports, while advancing carbon and ESG practices to access premium EU markets.
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NewsStarbucks Protein Lattes: new high-protein drinks hit US stores
Starbucks is entering the functional beverage space with Protein Lattes and Protein Cold Foam drinks in the US, providing up to 36 grams of protein per grande and a range of flavours from Vanilla to Banana Cream Matcha.