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Greencore set to acquire Bakkavor in landmark £1.2 billion deal
Greencore’s £1.2bn acquisition of Bakkavor will reshape the fresh prepared food sector, pending regulatory approval.
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Tony’s Chocolonely recalls chocolate bars over safety concerns
Tony’s Chocolonely has recalled specific batches of its Dark Almond Sea Salt and Everything Bar chocolate due to the possible presence of small stones.
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Sainsbury’s recalls Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Pretzel over safety concerns
Sainsbury’s has issued a recall for its Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Pretzel due to possible metal contamination.
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Aldi introduces UK’s first Dubai Chocolate Ice Cream
Aldi is launching the UK’s first Dubai Chocolate Ice Cream, a frozen twist on the viral treat. Available from 14 April for £3.99, it blends chocolate with pistachio for a crunchy, indulgent experience.
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Tesco launches new Finest Wagyu steak range amid rising demand for British Wagyu
Tesco has launched a new range of Finest Wagyu steaks in over 100 stores, responding to the growing demand for premium British Wagyu beef. With four expertly selected cuts, Tesco is making high-quality Wagyu more accessible to UK shoppers.
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Recall Roundup: Frito-Lay, Coca Cola and undeclared sulphur dioxide
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (21-27 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Robinsons Aldi lawsuit launches over alleged squash trademark infringement
Robinsons is suing Aldi for alleged trademark infringement over its mini squash product. The case, filed in the High Court, highlights the ongoing legal battles over lookalike products in the retail sector.
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Hip Pop launches in Morrisons and expands range on Ocado
Hip Pop, the UK’s fastest-growing carbonated soft drinks brand, has launched in Morrisons and expanded its Ocado range, making its probiotic, gut-friendly drinks more widely available.
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Four ways the Coca-Cola Foundation and partners are helping protect water for the next generation
Water is essential for life, and The Coca-Cola Foundation is committed to protecting this precious resource. Through global initiatives, it is restoring forests, safeguarding watersheds, and supporting communities from the Eastern Himalayas to California’s fire-ravaged landscapes.
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UK food strategy board launched to drive public health and food system reform
A new UK Food Strategy Advisory Board has been launched to drive food policy reform, improve public health, and strengthen the food system through industry and government collaboration
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Recall Roundup: Insect, wood, plastic and glass contamination warnings
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (14-20 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Sainsbury’s and Cranswick announce £61 million partnership to boost British pig welfare
The new ten-year collaboration focuses on higher welfare standards, sustainable pork production and long-term stability for British farmers.
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UK’s “fastest growing beer trend since craft” sees 250 percent surge
Fruit-led brews are taking over the UK beer market, with Tesco reporting a 250 percent sales increase as demand for lighter, refreshing styles soars.
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Recall Roundup: TK Maxx, ADM and enoki mushrooms
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (7-13 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Morrisons drops Thai coconut milk over monkey labour concerns
Morrisons drops Thai coconut milk linked to monkey labour, pledging to use only ethical suppliers after PETA Asia investigation.
