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Arla 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.
FDA targets longstanding GRAS loophole but UPF definition remains unpublished
The US Department of Health and Human Services proposes mandatory GRAS notifications but leaves the UPF definition still unresolved.
M&S calls for simpler fibre messaging as UK intake gap persists
M&S says technical authorised fibre claims make it harder to communicate health benefits clearly as most UK adults fall short on intake.
Seaweed 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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CDC links 345 Salmonella cases to recalled Mexican jalapeños
US authorities have launched a recall of Mexican jalapeños after a Salmonella outbreak made 345 people ill across 27 states.
Four arrested as NFCU seizes 4.25 tonnes of illegal meat
Authorities have arrested four men, seized 4.25 tonnes of illegal meat and launched a criminal investigation following a Dudley operation.
NFU 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.
Industrial poultry farming accelerates Campylobacter spread, Oxford study finds
Oxford researchers link industrial poultry expansion to faster Campylobacter spread, bacterial adaptation and growing antimicrobial resistance risks across food systems.
MRC and BHF invest in new £72m UK Obesity Research Institute
The institute will unite obesity research, cardiovascular science and industry to accelerate targeted prevention, treatment and improved national health outcomes.
McVitie’s owner pladis targets doubling sales of better-balanced products by 2030
McVitie’s owner pladis aims to double volumes from better-balanced products through reformulation, innovation and expansion into additional markets by 2030.
IAFP 2026: USDA outlines Salmonella SAFE strategy as FDA tightens chemical oversight
US regulators set out plans to accelerate Salmonella action, strengthen traceability and tighten food chemical oversight at IAFP 2026.
Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein launches accelerator to scale future food innovation
The equity-free accelerator links sustainable food ventures with manufacturers, pilot facilities and investors to accelerate commercial scale-up and market adoption.
Gatorade study identifies women’s hydration and fuelling gaps
GSSI research finds widespread dehydration, sodium replacement and carbohydrate intake shortfalls, strengthening calls for more personalised guidance for active women.
FDA revokes Orange B authorisation and targets Citrus Red No. 2
The FDA has revoked Orange B and targeted Citrus Red No. 2 as manufacturers move away from petroleum-based synthetic dyes.
Specright launches automated PPWR compliance reporting tool
New capability aims to help food and beverage businesses prepare packaging declarations before PPWR requirements take effect in August 2026.
Iceberg lettuce recall widens as Cyclospora traceback names Taylor Farms
A five-state Cyclospora outbreak has driven a 27-state iceberg lettuce recall - with no positive product sample yet.
MPs tell government to ‘stand up to food industry’ over England’s obesity crisis
Committee demands mandatory healthy sales targets, tougher advertising rules and limits on industry influence as UK obesity costs reach £74.3 billion.
New cocoa risk assessment guidance targets EU deforestation data gaps
The World Cocoa Foundation and the Alliance of Bioversity International launch guidance to strengthen cocoa deforestation checks as regulatory scrutiny intensifies across complex global supply chains.
European Commission updates EUDR scope and digital tools for commodity supply chains
Soluble coffee and selected palm oil derivatives may enter EUDR scope as Brussels updates reporting tools ahead of compliance deadlines.
FDA writes to infant formula manufacturers urging them to tighten supplier oversight
US regulator demands stronger ingredient controls after botulism outbreaks and contamination incidents exposed vulnerabilities across global infant formula supply chains.
Nichols targets functional drinks market with Myprotein clear whey water launch
Nichols will challenge milk-based protein drinks with a sugar-free clear whey water range launching across UK retail in September 2026.
FSA issues new guidance for cell-cultivated food approvals
The four new guidance documents aim to cut approval delays and help UK cell-cultivated food businesses meet safety and hygiene rules.
Australia opens $17m food manufacturing innovation hub
The new Central Coast facility gives food and drink SMEs access to commercial-scale production, technical expertise and specialist growth support.
Food 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.
Hovis 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.
M&S recalls Truffle Gouda in Northern Ireland over listeria risk
The retailer has warned customers not to eat the affected Truffle Gouda after Listeria monocytogenes was identified.
UK food companies lead cage-free egg transition as global deadlines slip
The EggTrack 2025 report shows strong UK progress on cage-free sourcing, while missed deadlines expose gaps across global food supply chains.
GEA consolidates biotechnology scale-up centre in Sarstedt
The €4 million centre will test precision fermentation and cell cultivation processes before food firms commit to industrial-scale production plans.
Carlsberg 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.