All Logistics, cold chain & disruption articles
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OpinionBritain’s food system exposed this summer: the new realities of food security
Chris Elliott warns that summer 2026 is exposing serious food-system vulnerabilities and explores how Britain can strengthen resilience against mounting global pressures.
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NewsFarmers welcome £65m drought package but say urgent support still needed
NFU welcomes drought resilience measures but warns immediate financial pressures could undermine farmers’ ability to maintain production next year.
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NewsArla warns skills gap threatens British food production
Eight in ten Arla farmers with vacancies struggle to find skilled applicants, raising concerns over Britain’s future food production workforce.
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NewsSeaweed coating keeps strawberries fresh longer without refrigeration
UBC researchers say a seaweed-derived coating could extend strawberry shelf life and reduce reliance on cold-chain refrigeration.
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NewsNFU urges government to prioritise water as drought threatens UK food production
Farm leaders urge ministers to prioritise agricultural water access as drought restrictions intensify pressure on crops, livestock and domestic supplies.
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NewsFood leaders warn next PM that food security cannot be taken for granted
Food and farming leaders warn urgent reform is needed to strengthen supply chains, protect consumers and keep UK food security on the political agenda.
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NewsHovis Bakeries launches as ABF completes landmark £75m deal
The new business will target bakery innovation, healthier ranges and distribution efficiencies as ABF seeks to reshape the UK bread market.
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NewsCarlsberg targets Asian market growth with Sapporo beer venture
Carlsberg will expand Sapporo Premium Beer across Asian markets and the UK through a new joint venture and licensing partnership.
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ArticleWhat happens to fresh food when there is no next delivery?
Commercial shipping exposes the limits of fragile food supply chains and the urgent need for resilience. Coby Sella, Chief Executive Officer of Agwa, argues that the lessons now playing out at sea signal where the wider food system is heading.
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NewsExtreme heat threatens UK food security and farm resilience
Royal Agricultural University expert warns heatwaves could cut crop potential, damage soils and intensify risks to UK food security nationwide.
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OpinionCold chains, red-hot risks: the critical infrastructure not talked about enough
Few things spread fear more effectively than mistrust of the food supply. Professor Chris Elliott demonstrates how decisive cold chains are to the safety of food systems and why their protection must be a top priority and collective effort.
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NewsEl Niño threat prompts FAO and WFP’s $202m food appeal
FAO and WFP warn droughts and floods could disrupt agriculture across 22 countries, putting millions at greater risk of food insecurity.
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NewsWaitrose becomes first supermarket to offer British samphire year-round
Waitrose and Westlands achieve year-round British samphire production using hydroponic technology, extending domestic supply beyond the traditional summer season.
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NewsCanada unveils first National Food Security Strategy with £1.6bn investment
Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils first national strategy to boost food processing, increase competition and tackle high grocery prices.
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Newsofi expands traceability as 200,000 households achieve living income
New sustainability report highlights progress on farmer incomes, human rights due diligence, climate action and supply chain traceability.
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NewsSWARM Engineering secures $10m to scale agrifood AI platform
Agrifood AI specialist SWARM has secured $10 million in fresh funding as manufacturers seek smarter ways to navigate supply chain volatility.
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NewsLidl backs British berry production with £500m investment
Retailer signs five-year grower agreements as demand for British berries rises and producers face cost and climate pressures.
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NewsPepsiCo scales autonomous freight deployment with multi-year Gatik partnership
PepsiCo expands autonomous trucking across North America as it seeks additional logistics capacity across its food and beverage supply chain.
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NewsResearchers identify five barriers slowing Europe’s food system transformation
New research highlights five structural barriers slowing progress towards healthier, more sustainable and resilient food systems across Europe.
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NewsArla and DMK complete merger to create Europe’s largest dairy cooperative
The merger brings together 11,200 farmers and aims to strengthen food security, resilience and sustainability across Europe.