Civil unrest may not be far away
History has warned us that as food prices rise, rioting is likely to follow. Here, Professor Chris Elliott points to a few key moments in history and calls on the UK Government to wake up.
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History has warned us that as food prices rise, rioting is likely to follow. Here, Professor Chris Elliott points to a few key moments in history and calls on the UK Government to wake up.
This week's recall roundup features an expanded recall of Kinder products, after European health authorities revealed buttermilk as the culprit.
Hear from the Founder and CEO of Red Rickshaw and FeastBox, Jyoti Patel, about the epicurean delight that is the Alphonso mango, and how the prized fruit makes its way to our plates.
A new study has found that most sweet snacks, such as doughnuts and biscuits, contain high sugar content and varied portion sizes - are tougher measures needed?
Food and drink producers must consider the multi-sensory experience to ensure a fulfilling end result, but it's important we don't judge a book by it's cover...
Chocolate brand Ferrero is recalling a number of its products around the world due to the presence of a pathogen, whilst undeclared allergens cause recalls aplenty in the US.
UK supermarket giants, Asda and Waitrose embroiled in dispute over discounted own-brand range.
A ban on buy-one-get-one-free (BOGOF) deals on junk food could be pushed back because of rising food prices, it has been reported.
Food bank users are saying no to many root vegetables “because they can’t afford to boil them”, says Iceland's MD.
Housing orders issued as a result of bird flu outbreaks has led to a shortage of free range eggs in UK supermarkets.
New research from food broker, Presence, has revealed five key trends driven by the health-conscious consumer movement, including gut health and an uptake in mushrooms. Find out about all five here.
A group of students from the University of California Davis have created an allergen-free ice cream made from the liquid contained in chickpeas cans.
New research finds that almost half of businesses are not prepared for the introduction of HFSS legislation, which is just around the corner...
The global snack market is expected to increase greatly between 2020 and 2025, as the demand for healthy snacks rises. However, research suggests there's still a place for indulgence even among the health conscious.
Infant formula recalled in the US over Cronobacter fears, while undeclared allergens continue to cause product recalls across the world.