Food industry must share blame for obesity pandemic and severity of COVID-19 disease
Obesity is an independent and modifiable risk factor for more severe illness and death from COVID-19, say researchers from Queen Mary University of London.
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Study shows that reusing chicken litter can deter Salmonella
An experiment with chicken litter samples, often used in broiler environments, could uproot previous hygiene fears as study demonstrates deterrence in pathogen growth.
The US-UK trade deal: Is Downing Street listening to farmers?
Farming representatives concerned that UK policy decisions are being made without consultation and urge Government to see farmers as the solution, not the enemy.
Sugar Association urges for clearer labelling of sweeteners
The Sugar Association has called on the FDA to make changes to sweetener labelling regulations in order to "extend transparency, end misleading practices, and help consumers make more informed decision".
Researchers use Raman spectroscopy to speed up peanut breeding
The scientists demonstrated the use of Raman spectroscopy to quickly scan the levels of oleic acid in peanuts and to determine how resistant plants are to nematode pests.
Sustainable fishery management key to ensuring food security, says FAO
A recent FAO report has highlighted sustainable aquaculture development and effective fisheries management as crucial to ensuring future food and nutritional security.
COVID-19 ‘path to recovery’ published by UK food industry
Over 30 UK food and beverage organisations have endorsed the publication of Building a Path to Recovery - a set of proposals for government and industry to consider when planning for the future of the food and beverage sector post-COVID-19.
Food organisations urged to pay closer attention to allergen labelling
With 2020's World Accreditation Day focusing on food safety, health and safety firm Bureau Veritas has called on food organisations to pay closer attention to accurate allergen labelling, especially as the ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the industry.
Recall roundup: vegan meatballs, gravy powder, pie, animal feed and more
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
European bottled water industry joins glass recycling initiative
The European Federation of Bottled Waters has joined the Close the Glass Loop inaitive alongside EXPRA, FERVER, UNESDA, MWE, EuroCities, SpiritsEurope, ACR+, CEEV and FEVE as founding partners at the European level.
Researchers use DNA-barcoded microbial spores to improve food traceability
The research team described how synthetic microbial spores can be safely introduced onto objects and surfaces at a point of origin, such as a field or manufacturing plant, and be detected and identified months later, thus improving traceability.
Food industry organisations express concerns over EU-UK negotiations
European food organisations Copa and Cogeca, Celcaa and FoodDrinkEurope have issued a Joint Statement to outline their concerns for the future of food and beverage trade.
Actionable strategy issued to fix ‘broken global food system’
The Barilla Center for Food and Nutrition Foundation (BCFN), alongside other contributing organisations, has issued a 10-point strategy for cross-sector stakeholders to come together and address environmental and health challenges within the global food system.
Record quantity of illegal pesticides seized from European market
During its annual operation, Europol has seized 1,346 tonnes of illegal pesticides from across the European market.
World food prices drop to 17-month low
The decline of the FAO Food Price Index is said to be due to strong supply but weakened demand - a result of economic contractions triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
