All Logistics, cold chain & disruption articles – Page 3
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NewsMcDonald’s and KFC criticised by NGO coalition over stalled chicken welfare reforms
Animal welfare groups accuse fast-food giants of failing to deliver chicken welfare improvements as European Chicken Commitment reforms approach a decisive stage.
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News13k pounds of chicken recalled in seven US states over listeria concerns
US foodservice supplier Suzanna’s Kitchen pulls ready-to-eat chicken over listeria contamination concerns, urging operators across seven states to remove affected stock.
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Nestlé issues infant formula advisory information following global recall linked to cereulide risk
Nestlé has issued an infant formula advisory after a global recall, outlining a potential cereulide risk and guidance for parents and caregivers.
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NewsEU targets PFAS with stricter drinking water monitoring regulations
Mandatory EU monitoring of PFAS in drinking water begins, forcing member states to test supplies, act on breaches and protect public health.
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group completes acquisition of Greencore Bristol sauces and soups site
Acquisition bolsters Compleat’s chilled sauces and soups scale after CMA clearance, securing jobs and strengthening competition following Greencore-Bakkavor deal completion.
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OpinionNext-level combat: involving the police in the fight against organised food crime
Relegated to the margins of responsibility outside police control, illegal fishing has largely evaded impactful sanctions. Colleagues from the Norwegian food research institute Nofima report here on the impact that increased police cooperation can have on bringing perpetrators of organised crime to justice.
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NewsDanone secures rare CDP Triple A rating for environmental leadership and transparency
Danone becomes one of only 23 companies worldwide awarded CDP’s Triple A rating for climate, water and forest leadership in 2025.
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OpinionFood fraud 2026 and beyond: new targets, tactics and risks
Drawing on his extensive insight and all the data he can lay his hands on, Professor Chris Elliott reveals the areas most at risk of exploitation in our food system, highlighting the questionable benevolence of AI as both friend and foe.
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NewsPepsiCo partners with Siemens and NVIDIA to roll out AI digital twins across its supply chain
Food and drink giant PepsiCo is piloting AI-driven digital twins to redesign factories and warehouses, lifting throughput and cutting investment costs.
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NewsGlobal food waste costs surge as annual supply chain losses near $540 billion
New Avery Dennison research finds global food waste will hit $540 billion by 2026, draining a third of retail revenues and exposing costly supply chain blind spots.
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NewsJim Beam shutting down bourbon production at Kentucky distillery for 2026
Bourbon giant pauses output at flagship site as tariffs, oversupply and falling alcohol demand pressure US whiskey industry.
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ArticleA Food Safety Carol: the reckoning of CD Screege
Inspired by A Christmas Carol, this fictional narrative follows a global food executive forced to confront the human cost of his decisions. Drawing on real world failures and insights from Dr Darin Detwiler and international food safety leaders, the story explores how culture, leadership and risk shape outcomes across the ...
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NewsGovernment launches new farming board to put growers at heart of UK food policy
New Farming and Food Partnership Board aims to boost productivity, profitability and UK food security through closer collaboration across the supply chain.
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NewsGreencore clears final CMA hurdle to seal £1.2bn Bakkavor acquisition
Watchdog approval clears path for Greencore’s £1.2bn Bakkavor acquisition after chilled sauces concerns resolved through Bristol site divestment.
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NewsDiageo to sell East African Breweries stake to Japan’s Asahi for $2.3bn
The landmark $2.3bn deal hands Asahi control of East Africa’s biggest brewer, while securing long-term Guinness and spirits licences.
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NewsFSA issues food safety warning urging allergy sufferers to avoid Dubai-style chocolate
The regulator urges caution as some Dubai-style chocolate lacks allergen labelling amid festive demand and TikTok-driven popularity.
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Newsofi surpasses emissions and farmer income targets to future-proof cocoa supply chains
Ingredient supplier ofi exceeds climate and living income milestones, reinforcing long-term cocoa supply chain resilience for food manufacturers.
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NewsNFCU seizes illegal bushmeat in London as one man arrested
Frozen bushmeat including pangolin and cane rat was seized in Deptford as the NFCU intensifies action against illegal food crime in the UK.
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NewsEuropean Commission gives final approval to Mars' $36bn Kellanova acquisition
European Commission grants final approval for Mars’ $36bn Kellanova acquisition, creating a global snacking powerhouse with nine billion-dollar brands.
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NewsSingapore team develops two novel methods to enhance carob flavour in chocolate alternatives
Scientists in Singapore have developed two natural processing techniques that significantly improve carob flavour, offering manufacturers a climate-resilient alternative to cocoa.