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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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NewsFSI launches AI research lab to accelerate sustainable protein development
Backed by a $2 million Bezos Earth Fund grant, Food System Innovations has launched an AI research lab to accelerate sustainable protein development through open-source tools.
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NewsFerrero recalls selected Nutella bakery products across UK and Europe
The precautionary withdrawal affects selected batches distributed across seven European markets, with only Nutella Croissant impacted in the UK.
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NewsSAI Platform unveils regenerative agriculture framework backed by global food companies
More than 40 food companies have backed SAI Platform’s new programme to help standardise regenerative agriculture and accelerate adoption across global supply chains.
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NewsDefra sets out long-awaited 25-year roadmap for English farming
The government has set out a long-term plan to improve farm profitability and strengthen the food supply chain, but the NFU warns ambition must be matched by investment.
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NewsBritish Nutrition Foundation report urges action to close fibre gap
New report reveals just four percent of UK adults meet fibre recommendations and highlights major opportunities for reformulation across foodservice and retail.
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NewsClay technology could extend fresh produce shelf life and cut food waste
University of Copenhagen researchers have developed a modified clay that captures ethylene gas, with the potential to slow fresh produce ripening, reduce spoilage and cut food waste.
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NewsNPM reforms could drive costs 50 times above government estimates
Oxford Economics finds proposed Nutrient Profiling Model reforms could impose multimillion-pound costs and reduce the availability of some healthier food options.
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NewsDanone to acquire MADE Group to accelerate APAC nutrition growth
Danone will acquire Australia’s MADE Group and take full control of its dairy venture, boosting its healthy nutrition business across APAC.
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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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NewsTetra Pak launches carton packaging alternative for shelf-stable tuna
The new tuna carton targets lower emissions, improved logistics and stronger shelf impact as brands seek alternatives to cans.
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NewsLandmark study finds PFAS in every Tesco food product tested
University of Birmingham analysis detects forever chemicals across Tesco products, adding to growing pressure for tighter food safety controls.
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NewsNestlé rolls out regenerative wheat across 1.5 billion KitKat bars
Nestlé has introduced regeneratively farmed British wheat into KitKat production through a new partnership with Wildfarmed.
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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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NewsUK approval of Wegovy pill signals next phase of GLP-1 growth
MHRA approval makes Wegovy the UK’s first GLP-1 weight-loss tablet, offering eligible patients an alternative to injections.
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NewsLancet study links Chile food reforms to lower childhood obesity risk
Research published in The Lancet suggests Chile’s combined food labelling, marketing and school food reforms plausibly reduced obesity risk in young children.
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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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NewsArla research exposes Britain’s growing nutrition gap
Arla research highlights widespread nutrient deficiencies and affordability barriers, prompting calls for industry-wide action to improve diets.