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FDA launches Operation Stork Speed to improve infant formula safety
New FDA initiative tackles concerns over contaminants in baby formula, promising safer, more nutritious options for American families.
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Revealing the potential of atmospheric cold plasma to deliver safer food
Researcher Shikhadri Mahanta explains the effective eco credentials of atmospheric cold plasma as a food science technique – it’s one to watch.
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NYU develops AI tool that reads your meal’s nutrition from a photo
NYU researchers develop a new AI tool that analyses food photos to calculate nutrition, offering an effortless way to monitor diets.
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Understanding near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy in food testing
Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy is a powerful tool for ensuring food safety and quality. From identifying ingredients to detecting food fraud, explore how this non-destructive method is shaping the future of food analysis.
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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.
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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.
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Leftover challenges: the current state of PFAS in food packaging
PFAS have been used in food packaging for decades, but their harmful effects are prompting stricter regulations. Gaps remain in addressing recycled materials and contamination. By Anna Soehl and Rebecca Fuoco, Green Science Policy Institute.
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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.
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International Women’s Day: segueing into everyday
Mecca Ibrahim, co-founder of Women In The Food Industry, argues that gender equality in food production is not just a moral issue but a business necessity. With progress slow and setbacks increasing, the industry must act now to drive meaningful change.
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The cascading food safety impacts of tariffs on the food industry
Benjamin Miller at The Acheson Group explores how the recent US tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports could send shockwaves through the food supply chain, creating new and complex safety risks.
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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.
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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.
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Protein’s potential to extend the ‘healthspan’
Uncovering the full impact of dietary protein on human health is of prime importance, with potential to improve not only our longevity but our enjoyment of life, as food and nutrition expert Dr Wendelyn Jones reveals.
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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.
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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.
