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Recall Roundup: Asda, Trader Joe’s and glass contamination
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (25 April-1 May 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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FDA approves sale of gene-edited pigs in the US
FDA approves commercial sale of gene-edited pigs in the US, offering a breakthrough in disease-resistant livestock following UK breakthrough.
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Tesco improves chicken welfare with £50m farming boost
Tesco increases space for its chickens by 20 percent, pledging £50m annually to support British farmers and improve animal welfare standards.
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FANtastic alliances: Building a united front against food fraud
Celebrating 10 years of impact, the Food Authenticity Network (FAN) continues to strengthen global food fraud resilience. Now a key partner in the Horizon Europe EFF-CoP project, FAN is helping shape a collaborative future for food authenticity through innovation, community and knowledge exchange.
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BlueNalu expands partnership with Birds Eye owners for UK cultivated seafood launch
BlueNalu strengthens partnership with Birds Eye owners Nomad Foods to bring sustainable, premium cell-cultivated seafood to UK market.
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YouTube stars shake up iced coffee market with Rodd’s
YouTubers WillNE and James Marriott launch their new iced coffee brand, Rodd’s, in Sainsbury’s stores nationwide.
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Asda recalls chicken slices over date labelling error
Asda issues urgent recall of chicken slices with incorrect use-by date, urging customers to return affected packs for a refund.
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Time to stockpile the tins of spam
Professor Chris Elliott warns that the UK's national food security is at breaking point - will we heed history’s lessons or face crisis?
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UK animal product imports undermine welfare standards, report finds
New report finds 95 percent of the UK's current or potential trade partners have lower animal welfare standards, prompting calls for urgent government action.
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Natural pest control saves apple growers £3,000 per hectare
New UK study finds wildflower strips reduce pest damage, pesticide use and costs in commercial apple orchards while boosting biodiversity.
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UK food prices up again, reaching highest level in almost a year
Food inflation in the UK has hit 2.6 percent in April, the highest in 11 months, as retailers warn taxes and new laws may worsen price pressures.
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Ultra-processed foods linked to alarming premature death rates in the UK and US
A new study reveals ultra-processed foods contribute to 13.8 percent of premature deaths in the UK, highlighting urgent health risks.
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Morrisons recalls sausages over plastic contamination risk
Morrisons is recalling The Best 6 Thick Cumberland Sausages due to fears they may contain blue plastic. Consumers are urged not to eat the product and to return it for a full refund.
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Recall Roundup: Asda, Morrisons and Gerber baby teething sticks
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (18-24 April 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Home Bargains partners with Tom Kitchin for new frozen meal range
Tom Kitchin becomes the latest high-profile chef to launch a frozen food line, now available exclusively in Home Bargains stores nationwide.
