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NewsFour arrested on suspicion of fraud in counterfeit rice investigation
Four arrested as part of food crime investigation uncovering counterfeit basmati rice, as the FSA steps up action against food fraud in the UK.
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NewsLidl dethrones Aldi as UK’s cheapest supermarket in July price battle
Aldi loses cheapest supermarket title after 20 months as Lidl takes the lead in Which?’s July grocery price analysis.
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NewsTesco launches limited-edition birthday cake sandwich in meal deal
Tesco’s Victoria sponge-inspired birthday cake sandwich hits 1,000 stores for four weeks as part of its meal deal offer.
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NewsUK pork gains access to Mexican market in £19m export deal
Twelve UK pork processing sites gain approval to export to Mexico in a £19 million deal following eight years of trade negotiations.
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Lidl recalls chicken product following milk allergen labelling oversight
Lidl recalls its Red Hen 4 Tempura Chicken Steaks after failing to clearly emphasise the milk allergen in bold on the label.
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NewsPrecision fermentation unlocks safe, nutritious brewed chicken protein for pet food
A new study shows precision fermentation can safely produce brewed chicken protein, offering a novel and sustainable pet food ingredient.
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NewsMetal contamination sparks Class I recall of over 1,000 pounds of ground beef
Ada Valley is urgently recalling its frozen ready-to-eat ground beef due to metal contamination, affecting shipments in five US states.
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NewsHigh Noon recalls vodka seltzers mistakenly labelled as Celsius energy drink
High Noon is recalling two production lots of its 12-pack Beach Variety cans after some packs were found to contain vodka seltzers mislabeled as Celsius Astro Vibe Energy Drink.
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NewsFrom the floor of IAFP 2025: AI moves beyond hype to deliver concrete food safety solutions
At IAFP 2025, AI was no longer a future concept. Speakers from Ecolab, Creme Global, Chick-fil-A and the FDA shared real-world examples of AI driving improvements in compliance, data integration and risk mitigation across the food supply chain.
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NewsMars invests $2 billion to boost its US food manufacturing operations
Mars has committed to investing $2 billion in its US operations by 2026, expanding production, creating jobs and scaling key brands such as Nature’s Bakery.
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NewsWin-Win secures £3m to expand cocoa-free chocolate alternative in Europe
Win-Win raises £3 million to scale its sustainable, cocoa-free chocolate alternative across the UK and key European markets.
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Tesco recalls three meal deal items over Salmonella contamination fears
Tesco recalls chilled pasta salads after detecting Salmonella in routine tests, warning customers not to eat affected items.
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NewsCadbury Bournville unveils new chocolate bars and bold packaging redesign
Cadbury Bournville reveals a modern redesign and two new dark chocolate bars and flavours set to hit UK supermarket shelves later this month.
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NewsTuna products recalled across seven US states over listeria contamination risk
Reser’s Fine Foods recalls tuna salad products sold in seven US states over listeria risk linked to contaminated breadcrumbs.
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NewsWaitrose recalls Indian Takeaway for 2 over undeclared sesame and soya allergens
Waitrose and Partners is recalling its Indian Takeaway for 2 packs after some were mispacked with spring rolls containing undeclared sesame and soya.
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NewsPrinces acquires historic Royal Liver Building in £83m UK growth plan
Princes invests £60m in Liverpool's historic Royal Liver Building as part of £83m UK-wide real estate plan to secure long-term growth.
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NewsPepsi launches prebiotic cola to meet modern gut-health demand
PepsiCo debuts Pepsi Prebiotic Cola, four months after acquiring Poppi, blending gut-health benefits with its iconic cola taste.
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NewsProfessor Robin May steps down as FSA Chief Scientific Adviser after five years
Professor Robin May will step down as the FSA’s Chief Scientific Adviser in September to become Interim Chief Scientific Officer at the UK Health Security Agency.
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NewsCommon sugar substitute linked to brain cell damage and increased stroke risk
New study reveals erythritol, a popular sugar substitute often recommended for people with obesity and diabetes, may damage brain cells and raise stroke risk.
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NewsResearchers turn food waste into biodegradable plastic in breakthrough study
Scientists in New York have developed a low-cost, scalable method to transform discarded food into eco-friendly bioplastics using bacteria.