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ReportGlobal Food Supply Chains in 2026: building resilience under pressure
Climate shocks, geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruption are reshaping global food systems. The Global Food Supply Chains in 2026 report explores how the industry is responding as resilience becomes an increasingly urgent priority.
NewsEl Niño threat prompts FAO and WFP’s $202m food appeal
FAO and WFP warn droughts and floods could disrupt agriculture across 22 countries, putting millions at greater risk of food insecurity.
OpinionMicroplastics, PET packaging and the need for standardised science
Microplastics are a growing concern for consumers and the food industry. But how much of the coverage reflects the evidence? Laura Stewart, Executive Director at NAPCOR, argues that conclusions about PET should be based on robust science and its long-established safety record.
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Global Food Supply Chains in 2026: building resilience under pressure
Climate shocks, geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruption are reshaping global food systems. The Global Food Supply Chains in 2026 report explores how the industry is responding as resilience becomes an increasingly urgent priority.
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Microplastics, PET packaging and the need for standardised science
Microplastics are a growing concern for consumers and the food industry. But how much of the coverage reflects the evidence? Laura Stewart, Executive Director at NAPCOR, argues that conclusions about PET should be based on robust science and its long-established safety record.
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ArticleHow fermentation can transform the global food system
Shirin Bamezai, PhD candidate in synthetic biology at Imperial College London, and Rodrigo Ledesma-Amaro, Director of the Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein, examine how advances in synthetic biology are transforming this ancient practice for the future of food.
OpinionCriminals innovate and so must we: what the Food Fraud Festival taught us
Taking a novel approach to engaging the brains and imagination of its participants, Chris Elliott reflects on the success of the Food Fraud Festival and why this strategy is what we need to tackle tenacious fraudsters.
OpinionUK food policy – ‘Wouldn’t it be nice…’
Dr Clive Black reflects on the value of the no brainer that is shoring up the UK food system. With reasons aplenty and rewards galore, he questions – what are we waiting for?
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ArticleThe forever challenge: how the food industry must rise to meet PFAS
Thousands of compounds, a compliance environment that shifts at both federal and state level, and exposure routes that begin long before food reaches a factory gate, PFAS were always going to be a difficult problem. What is becoming clearer is just how long the food industry will be living with them – and how much the science of detecting them will have to keep pace.
OpinionThe sustainability vs food safety quandry: saving the planet while risking food safety
Food safety and sustainability are inseparable, explains Professor Chris Elliott, noting the uncomfortable realisation that improvements to one often lead to weakness in the other. Read about why food safety frameworks must evolve alongside circular economy policies to realise the benefits of food innovation.
ArticleThe challenge of reducing saturated fat without compromising flakiness and lift
Demands for clean-label, delicious products that also meet HFSS requirements may seem contradictory, but there is a solution – and it’s nuanced.
ArticleAllergen disclosure is evolving – and restaurant systems must keep up
As UK regulation moves towards mandatory written allergen disclosure, the hospitality sector faces a deeper operational question. If small mistakes can have severe consequences, are current restaurant systems delivering the level of reliability allergen safety now demands?
ArticleFrom spreadsheets to strategy: the high-stakes gamble of traditional supplier management
Supplier management processes are often manual and time-consuming, a high-stakes gamble that exposes your business to significant risk. Discover how a data-driven approach to supplier management can protect your brand, save thousands of administrative hours, and transform your due diligence from a reactive process into a strategic advantage. Read on to learn how to move from spreadsheets to strategy.
ArticleNew Food launches new website designed for food industry professionals
New Food has launched an updated website to improve access to content across food manufacturing, food safety and innovation, alongside a new membership model that provides full access to premium analysis, reports and expert commentary.
ArticleNew report urges Government action on escalating safety, hen welfare and reputational risk from imported eggs
A sharp rise in egg imports from countries with lower welfare and food safety standards has sparked warnings from the UK egg industry, with a new report urging the Government to tighten border controls and ensure imported eggs meet British production rules.
OpinionEl Niño and the global food system: the warnings from history
Chris Elliott delivers a sobering blow that we may not want to face but will be impossible to ignore. How familiar are you with El Niño?
OpinionFood security is national security: lessons from the 2026 Gulf Crisis
Global shockwaves through the food system serve to illustrate our true proximity to global conflict. Chris Elliott reflects on the actions we must take to protect food supplies against these external shocks.
ArticleHuman milk oligosaccharides transition from infant formula to functional ingredients
Advances in precision fermentation and emerging adult clinical data are positioning human milk oligosaccharides as a new class of functional food ingredient beyond infant nutrition, selectively supporting beneficial gut bacteria and immune function.
OpinionReinventing food regulation: the UK’s next big step in consumer protection
As the UK food system grows more complex and data-driven, the FSA’s modernisation plans signal a major shift in regulation. Professor Chris Elliott explores what must change—and what must not—to safeguard consumer trust.
OpinionUK food security: what will it take…?
With the UK producing less than half its food, national security and growth are at risk. It’s time for a bold, cross-government plan to rebuild a resilient, self-sufficient food system.
ArticleHarnessing technology and innovation to ensure safe food for all
Technology is transforming food safety. Elizabeth Andoh-Kesson and Franck Pandiani of GFSI explain why digital tools, AI, and real-time data are now essential to protect consumers and streamline supply chains.
OpinionThe Great SPS Reset – what it means for farmers, food businesses and consumers
The announcement that the UK and the EU are moving towards a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement represents, in Professor Chris Elliott’s opinion, one of the most significant developments in UK food policy since Brexit.
ReportScaling Biotechnology and Novel Foods: inside the industrial reality of food innovation
New food technologies are advancing rapidly but scaling them remains the industry’s defining challenge. The Scaling Biotechnology and Novel Foods report explores whow to turn promising science into industrial reality.
ArticleUnlocking Snack Success in Europe with yeast-based ingredients
The evolution of the European snacks market: from the quest for health to the thirst for flavor experiences. As consumer demand for healthier and more sustainable snack options grows, manufacturers must adapt by using innovative yeast-based ingredient solutions. Biospringer offers a range of solutions to meet these challenges and address ...