UK’s “fastest growing beer trend since craft” sees 250 percent surge
Fruit-led brews are taking over the UK beer market, with Tesco reporting a 250 percent sales increase as demand for lighter, refreshing styles soars.
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Rice wine byproduct identified as powerful anti-aging superfood
New research reveals tapuy rice wine byproducts as a source of antioxidants and anti-aging compounds, unlocking new opportunities for functional and fermented ingredients.
Recall Roundup: TK Maxx, ADM and enoki mushrooms
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (7-13 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
FDF urges action as Brexit bureaucracy strangles UK food exports by a third
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) calls for immediate government intervention to address post-Brexit trade barriers and 34 percent decline in UK food exports to the EU.
US-EU trade war escalates: Trump threatens 200 percent tariffs on EU alcohol
President Trump threatens 200 percent tariffs on EU alcohol, escalating a US-EU trade battle that could disrupt global beverage markets.
Morrisons drops Thai coconut milk over monkey labour concerns
Morrisons drops Thai coconut milk linked to monkey labour, pledging to use only ethical suppliers after PETA Asia investigation.
Aldi and Walmart among 20 global retailers exposed in new report for methane inaction
A new report exposes the top 20 global food retailers for failing to tackle 'super-heater' methane gas emissions in their supply chains.
Aloe vera could be the key to cost-effective cultured meat
Researchers repurpose Aloe vera to improve taste, texture and scalability in lab-grown meat, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution.
Too Good To Go distribute 100,000 surplus food parcels in just four months
Too Good To Go and CEVA Logistics have reached a major milestone, successfully distributing 100,000 surplus food parcels in just four months, helping to reduce food waste and support sustainable manufacturing practices across the UK and Europe.
Aldi extends Flake Bake range after one million patties sold
Aldi will launch a new Flake Bake chicken patty on 12 March 2025, following huge demand for the brand’s Jamaican-inspired beef patties.
Co-op leads the way on prawn welfare with 100% ablation-free commitment and humane slaughter pledge
Co-op has become the first UK retailer to ensure 100% ablation-free prawns and will implement humane electrical stunning by 2027. This landmark move sets a new standard for ethical prawn sourcing and highlights Co-op’s leadership in animal welfare.
Lab-grown food could hit UK supermarket shelves by 2027
Lab-grown meat, dairy and sugar could be available to UK consumers within two years, as the Food Standards Agency looks to accelerate its approval process for cell-cultivated products.
Nestlé invests in Singapore R&D to boost innovation and sustainability
Nestlé is expanding its Singapore R&D Centre to boost innovation in sustainable food, packaging, and technology, supported by the Singapore ED
Recall Roundup: Nestlé cereal choking hazard and US vegetable mix botulism risk
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (28 February- 6 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
Salmonella outbreak linked to raw alfalfa sickens over 500 in Europe
ECDC and EFSA warn at-risk groups to avoid eating raw alfalfa while the investigation into the widespread Salmonella outbreak continues.
