AB InBev’s mission to decarbonise its European supply chain
Partnering with South Pole, AB InBev has unveiled plans to establish a renewable electricity group buying initiative for its customers and suppliers across Europe.
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Food inflation makes significant 2.1 percent drop
Data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed that food and non alcoholic beverage inflation has made a sharp drop down to 10.1 percent in October 2023.
Experts warn preparation is “vital” for UK food exports to Europe
A group of experts have warned the UK food industry that those looking to sell their food products in Europe must effectively prepare ahead of exportation.
New DEFRA Secretary appointed amid major government changes
Steve Barclay has been appointed as the new Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs following Thérèse Coffey stepping down.
Flaxseed allergy on the rise, study claims
According to a study, flaxseed allergies are appearing more frequently in adults but “not as often in children”.
Recall Roundup: Salmonella and undeclared allergens
In this instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight food products that have been recalled in the last week including fresh fruit being contaminated with Salmonella.
Brits stall on spending despite landmark single digit grocery inflation
Grocery price inflation has reached single digits for the first time since July 2022 and now sits at 9.7 percent, latest data reveals.
Nutrition programme for children faces “unequal” uptake across US
New research has found there to be an “inconsistent update” of the US Federal Child and Adult Care Food Program in the US and offers guidance on how to expand its reach.
FSA and FSS call on government to address staff shortages
The 2022 “Our Food” report has warned that staff shortages could make it harder to identify food safety threats.
Pizza Express launches frozen range in Tesco
Restaurant chain Pizza Express has expanded its retail range, now offering consumers a variety of frozen products in a leading UK supermarket.
Aldi makes announcement that will impact shoppers across the UK
Britain's fourth largest supermarket Aldi has confirmed that it will be closing all of its stores on Boxing Day.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine key driver of food insecurity, says UK
Justin Addison, UK Delegation to the OSCE, has shared his belief that Russia’s attack on Ukraine is one of the main drivers of current food insecurity.
FDA seeks to revoke brominated vegetable oil regulation
The FDA has proposed a rule to revoke regulation that allows the use of brominated vegetable oil in food based on data and remaining “unresolved safety questions”.
Recall Roundup: Salmonella and choking hazards
In this week’s Recall Roundup, we look at food recalls from the UK and US including Toxic Waste Slime Lickers being taken from shelves due to the possibility of them being a choking hazard.
Hong Kong urged to lift Japanese seafood import bans
After G7 appealed for an “immediate repeal” of import bans on Japanese seafood products, a Japanese diplomat has urged the city government to relax Fukushima restrictions in the interest of Japanese businesses
