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Lidl recalls cashew nuts over suspected glass contamination
Lidl GB has recalled a batch of roasted cashews from shelves after warnings that the nuts may contain hazardous glass fragments.
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The spicy truth: uncovering cinnamon fraud in the EU market
When you dust a little cinnamon over your cappuccino, the last thing on your mind is fraud. However, scientists at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) have uncovered cases of mislabelling that could lead to potential health risks, as Project Coordinator Anastasia Vlachou reveals.
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FSA responds to experts’ criticism over its review of nitrites in processed meat
The Food Standards Agency has defended its rapid review of nitrites in processed meat in response to today’s article from Professors Chris Elliott and Brian Green, saying the findings reflect the latest scientific evidence and were independently scrutinised.
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Starbucks sells majority stake in China business to Boyu Capital
Starbucks will sell a majority stake in its $13 billion China business to Boyu Capital under a landmark joint venture.
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Six dead in Listeria outbreak linked to recalled prepared pasta
Six people have died and 27 fallen ill following a listeria outbreak traced to precooked pasta from California supplier Nate’s Fine Foods.
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How 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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Home Bargains recalls three Milka chocolate bars after allergens not listed in English
Home Bargains has withdrawn three Milka bars from sale after labels failed to list key allergens in English, sparking safety warnings.
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Mr Kipling invests £2.1 million in solar farm at Premier Foods’ Carlton Bakery
Mr Kipling is cutting emissions with a £2.1m solar farm at Premier Food's Carlton Bakery, boosting local resilience at one of the UK’s biggest bakeries.
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Silent Enemies: Part 4 – The Sound of Silence
Some failures leave no alarms – just empty chairs, unanswered questions and a mission that never ends. In Part 4 of Silent Enemies, Dr Darin Detwiler shares the personal loss that transformed his mission, revealing how silence in food safety can carry the heaviest cost of all.
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McDonald’s and Arla strengthen dairy partnership with nature-led sustainability drive
McDonald’s joins Arla’s FarmAhead partnership to drive sustainability, boost biodiversity and strengthen soil health across 60 UK dairy farms.
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Two US candy bars recalled days before Halloween over nut cross-contamination
Zingerman’s recalls peanut and cashew candy bars in Michigan and New York after cross-contamination raises risk of severe allergic reactions.
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New study highlights demand for standardised animal welfare labelling on meat products
A new study reveals strong consumer support for standardised animal welfare labelling on meat products, as the UK prepares its upcoming Animal Welfare Strategy.
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Guide to testing: precision, protection and progress in food manufacturing
Across the global food sector, testing has evolved from a procedural requirement to a cornerstone of trust. The Guide to testing shows how experts are tackling digital threats, ensuring product safety, and building resilient systems that protect consumers while accelerating novel food approvals.
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CMA Phase 1 investigation flags chilled sauces risk in Greencore-Bakkavor deal
The UK competition watchdog’s Phase 1 investigation has raised concerns over Greencore’s planned acquisition of Bakkavor, citing risks in chilled supermarket sauces.
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Coca-Cola recalls more than 70,000 cans over metal contamination concerns
Coca-Cola has recalled three soft drink brands from Texas shelves after discovering cans may contain metal fragments.
