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Episode 50: Is Brexit working for the meat sector? With Nick Allen
CEO of the British Meat Processors Association Nick Allen talks through the most important challenges facing the meat sector in 2024.
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Alcohol-free beer on tap key to reducing alcohol sales, study claims
A University of Bristol study reveals pubs offering alcohol-free beer on draught saw a five perecnt decrease in alcohol sales, though overall revenue was not affected.
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Industry responds to food inflation dipping to 5 percent
Data from ONS has revealed that food and non-alcoholic beverage inflation has fallen by two percentage points to 5 percent in February. Find out how the industry has responded here…
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Low-income parents struggle to afford healthy foods, research shows
The Food Foundation has released a report revealing parents on lower incomes face barriers to affording vegetables, fruit and wholegrains.
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US consumers think big food firms are overcharging
US consumers believe food manufacturers overcharge, as revealed by a survey, highlighting bipartisan dissatisfaction with industry pricing.
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Recall Roundup: Foreign objects and undeclared allergens
In our latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight recent food and beverage recalls in the US and UK.
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Majority of consumers expect to see a rise in food prices
According to research, 64 percent of US consumers have predicted that food prices will rise over the next 12 months.
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Aldi donates 2.5 million meals through industry partnership
Through a partnership with Company Shop Group, discount supermarket Aldi has shared that it has donated over two million meals in the UK from its Regional Distribution Centre.
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Deprived areas have unhealthiest food options, claims research
University of Cambridge scientists leverage AI to assess menu healthiness across British food outlets, revealing disparities in deprived areas, posing a double burden.
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Unwrapping perceptions of ultra processed foods
In navigating the intricate dialogue surrounding ultra-processed foods, Klaus Grunert highlights the need for unified efforts in promoting clarity and accountability from the food sector.
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Infant formula shortage impacted health of US babies, study finds
In a new study, researchers have claimed that the infant formula shortage led to “undesirable effects” for babies “including vomiting”.
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Recall Roundup: Metal contaminants and allergen labelling
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight food and beverage recalls in the UK and US in the last week.
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FSA urges vegan label caution for those with food allergies
The FSA has released a campaign supporting those living with food hypersensitivity, following research that revealed 62 percent wrongly trust 'vegan' labels.
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Changing appetites: Adapting to evolving tastes in processed foods
As the UK confronts a shift away from ultra-processed foods, WellEasy’s Sonny Drinkwater urges industry adaptation, prioritising transparency and healthier alternatives in response to changing consumer attitudes.
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Recall Roundup: Spotlight on undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US concerning allergen labelling.
