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Ultra-processed foods are harming our health — and they’re still being sold
We’ve all heard the warnings about ultra-processed foods, but following findings from a major international study, Louise Monaghan can keep quiet no longer.
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BrewDog rebrands core beers and scores London Stadium deal
BrewDog updates packaging for core beers and secures official beer partnership with London Stadium ahead of a packed summer schedule.
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Ben Stokes invests in Spencer Matthews’ alcohol-free spirits brand CleanCo
England cricket captain Ben Stokes invests in CleanCo as growing consumer demand drives a major shift toward alcohol-free spirits.
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Budweiser brewer Anheuser-Busch invests $300m to its US manufacturing facilities
Anheuser-Busch invests $300 million to strengthen American manufacturing, expand workforce training and support veterans entering industry roles.
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Captain Morgan expands RTD line with Muck Pit Brew
Diageo strengthens Captain Morgan’s RTD portfolio with tropical Muck Pit Brew and new Sliced cocktails aimed at casual drinking occasions.
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Clear link discovered between baker’s yeast evolution and early human migration
Scientists link baker’s yeast evolution to ancient human movements, suggesting we’ve been shaping microbial life far longer than imagined.
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Recall Roundup: Aldi, Anglesey Foods, Cotswolds, and undeclared allergens and pathogens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (4-11 April 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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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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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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Nestlé Waters UK appoints new managing director
Stefano Bolognese takes the helm as managing director of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK, bringing over 20 years of experience to the role.
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Understanding the PFAS risk in food supply chains
Nicola Ackermann, Business Development Manager at SGS, explores the risks posed by PFAS in food supply chains, highlighting contamination sources, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment strategies. With extensive expertise in PFAS analysis, Ackermann discusses how manufacturers can mitigate risks and ensure compliance through testing and monitoring.
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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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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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Court of Appeal rules in favour of Thatchers in Aldi trademark infringement case
Thatchers wins trademark appeal against Aldi over its Cloudy Lemon Cider, with the Court of Appeal ruling Aldi infringed Thatchers' branding.
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A sober look at automation: catering to the low- and no-alcohol market in Dry January and beyond
As Dry January and alcohol-free beverages gain popularity, Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Automation and control specialist Beckhoff UK, explains how automation can help beverage manufacturers cater to the low- and no-alcohol market.
