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.
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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.
Skipping breakfast linked to poorer academic performance in children
Children who skip breakfast may be missing more than just their morning meal — they could also be missing out on better test results, according to new research.
Food Standards Agency unveils new allergen communication ‘expectations’ for UK food businesses
The FSA is updating its best practice guidance on food allergen information for food businesses to ensuring greater safety and inclusion for customers with food hypersensitivities.
Carrefour joins global push for tuna transparency in supply chains
The French retailer strengthens its commitment to responsible seafood sourcing by signing The Nature Conservancy’s Tuna Transparency Pledge, joining a global effort to ensure full monitoring across industrial tuna fisheries by 2027.
Third of children set to be overweight or obese by 2050, study warns
A shocking new study has forecast that by 2050, one in three children and adolescents across the globe will be overweight or obese, with drastic increases expected within just the next five years. Experts warn urgent action is needed now to avoid an irreversible public health crisis.
THRIVING Food Futures hub set to shape UK’s net zero food policies
The new research hub aims to reshape UK food policies, promoting sustainable, healthy diets to tackle climate and public health challenges.
Arla Foods Ingredients expands US production with Valley Queen partnership
Arla Foods Ingredients has strengthened its presence in the US through a contract manufacturing deal with Valley Queen. The partnership will expand production of Nutrilac® ProteinBoost, supporting the growing demand for high-protein dairy products.
Recall Roundup: red & yellow food dye and Listeria monocytogenes
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (21-27 February 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
Kraft Heinz charts course for growth as CEO Abrams-Rivera tackles 2024 headwinds
Kraft Heinz faced a challenging 2024, but CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera is steering the company towards a future of growth. Despite a dip in sales, the company maintained strong cash flow and is focused on innovation and expansion in 2025.
Streamlined Listeria monocytogenes test slashes detection time for food samples
Food safety scientists unveil a streamlined workflow that detects low-level Listeria monocytogenes in food samples within just 8 hours.
