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Greencore and Bakkavor agree terms of £1.2bn acquisition deal
Greencore and Bakkavor have agreed terms, forming a £4bn UK convenience food powerhouse pending shareholder and regulatory approval.
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Resilience by design: transforming food systems for tomorrow
No man is an island – and no island is either. Our global food system needs urgent help. Transforming food systems to build climate resilience is no longer optional: it’s vital. Hilton Foods’ Tom Maidment believes the tools must be data-driven, holistic and uniquely tailored to individual farms...
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Portion control is the answer to the food industry’s energy challenge
The food industry’s move towards more sustainable manufacturing techniques alongside ongoing investment into power-hungry assets is placing increasing strain on the sector’s energy supply. David Bean, Business Development Group Manager at Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems Division, says the answer lies in developing greater flexibility behind the meter.
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UK and US agree historic trade deal: implications for food industry
The UK and US have struck a historic trade deal, reshaping food exports and standards with lasting impact on agriculture sector.
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Top EU institutes launch ESAAF alliance to shape agri-food policy
Five major European research bodies launch ESAAF to ensure food policy decisions are backed by independent, science-led evidence.
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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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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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Natural pest control saves apple growers £3,000 per hectare
New UK study finds wildflower strips reduce pest damage, pesticide use and costs in commercial apple orchards while boosting biodiversity.
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Mexico refuses to yield to US demands on screwworm livestock response
Mexico resists US pressure for full control over screwworm eradication, fuelling rising tensions and livestock trade risks across North America.
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Government suspends import tariffs on key food and drink items to ease costs
To support food manufacturers and lower costs for consumers, the UK Government has suspended import tariffs on dozens of ingredients until 2027.
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Beckman Coulter Life Sciences launches next-generation allergy test to reduce patient risk
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has launched a next-generation Basophil Activation Test to support safer allergy research and reduce the need for risky oral food challenge
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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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Sustainable spices: the story of single-origin spices that do good and taste even better
Ruth Davison, Chief Storyteller at OurCarbon, highlights how Ujaama Spice is transforming the spice industry by promoting sustainable spice sourcing from smallholder farmers in Zanzibar. By bypassing traditional supply chains, they offer high-quality, fairtrade spices that benefit both people and the planet.
