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Research reveals untapped potential in Africa’s rice sector
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has claimed there are “major opportunities” for Africa’s rice sector to increase its yield gains through improved agronomic practices.
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Will the Suez Canal Crisis drive more food fraud?
Professor Chris Elliott explains why ongoing unrest in the Middle East could impact food security and prices on faraway shores…
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JBS CEO highlights hunger as top priority for Brazil’s G20 Presidency
Gilberto Tomazoni, JBS’ CEO, emphasises overcoming trade barriers to address hunger, boost productivity, and promote sustainability globally.
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Feeding America receives $1 million grant from Kroger
Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation has donated a $1 million retail agency capacity grant to Feeding America to support four food banks in the US.
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Aldi invests £1.3 billion in British suppliers
Discount supermarket Aldi has announced that it invested an additional £1.3 billion with British suppliers in 2023.
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CEO of Sainsbury’s appointed as President of IGD
Simon Roberts, the CEO of Sainsbury’s, has been appointed as the new President of IGD by its Board of Trustees.
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January sees softer decline in grocery inflation
Latest data reveals grocery price inflation in the UK has fallen by 0.1 percent to 6.8 percent in January, with consumers altering their shopping habits during the first month of the year.
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Will food inflation remain high in 2024?
How does IGD think food inflation will fare in the year ahead? And how will implementation of the Border Target Operating Model impact the sector? Find out here…
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Episode 48: Did COP28 deliver? Part One
In this podcast episode, Josh and Grace speak to Joanna Trewern about whether the recent COP28 conference really delivered for the food sector or if it was merely talking shop.
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What has been crowned Britain’s favourite supermarket?
With several big players in the UK’s supermarket sector, what on has been names Britain's favourite? Find out here…
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Decoding generational preferences in food values, taste and security
The latest Perdue Consumer Food Insights Report has unearthed different generations’ attitudes to food spending.
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USDA’s Summer Grocery Program targets child food insecurity
A new USDA and Feeding America scheme is set to allow over 20 million children to have access to “adequate nutrition” for the summer of 2024.
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What’s on the menu? Five food trend predictions for 2024
The food and beverage industry is evolving, but what trends will shape the sector in the next 12 months? Find out New Food’s trend predictions here…
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Free school meals set to be extended for another 12 months
Mayor of London shares plans to allow all primary school children in London to have access to free school meals throughout the next academic year.
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Were food systems just a side dish at COP28?
Dr Lucy Wallace reflects on how the COP28 conference resulted in a landmark deal focusing on climate action but may have fallen short when it comes to transforming food systems.
