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Consumer group calls for mandatory traffic light labelling
Which? has said Brexit presents an opportunity for the Government to introduce legislation to make the labelling system, which was introduced as an option in 2013, mandatory.
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Carbon dioxide crisis: Northern Europe is going flat
Many newspapers reporting on the shortage highlighted the bad timing of the crisis, a season when lager and soft drink consumption is peaking due to weather conditions and a major international sporting tournament.
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European innovation hub CEO calls for stronger research in food
The head of the food arm of an EU network that boosts innovation and entrepreneurship across the bloc has called for stronger research in the food sector.
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Using future trade policy to cut food prices will threaten food quality
The report said the Government could mitigate risks by improving information about food origins and production methods.
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New multi-million round of funding to boost crop resilience
The money is expected to develop scientific breakthroughs in crop research and innovation.
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Getting to the bottom of phthalates in US dairy
With health advocates urging industry to finish the phase-out of phthalates in plastic and rubber for the sake of consumers, Patrick MacRoy examines the implications of a study suggesting that some phthalates found in dairy products may have their source in dairy-farm equipment.
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EU releases common testing method to fight dual quality food
The European Commission has just released a new common methodology for comparing the quality of food products across the EU.
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Canada’s new food regulations to smooth trade with U.S.
The regulations, which will come into effect next year, have been finalised at a time when Canada-America food trade relations are under the spotlight.
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Cultured meat firm highlights safety advantages in U.S. labelling debate
The debate over how cultured meat is labelled has raged since February when the U.S. Cattlemen's association submitted a petition to the USDA.
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Fipronil scandal comes back to life as 73,000 eggs are recalled
Nearly a year on from a European scandal that saw the recall of millions of eggs, fipronil is once again in the headlines.
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Whitepaper: Increasing emphasis on sustainable supply chains: implications for retailers and manufacturers
Retailers are increasingly feeling the effect of sustainability-driven industry disruptions. Already feeling their margins pinched, retailers are among the first to gain or lose a competitive advantage from changing consumer demands for sustainable products, and retailers are aligning with these changing consumer demands...
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EU remains biggest importer and exporter of agri-food products
With an agri-food trade value of €255 billion in 2017, the EU has held on to its position as largest global exporter and importer of agri-food products.
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Mussels in UK supermarkets contain microplastics and other debris
For every 100g of mussels consumed, it is estimated there are approximately 70 pieces of microplastics, new research has found.
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Strong food hygiene practices start with positive corporate culture
Leadership and efficient communication in food companies have a large impact on hygiene and food safety, according to research conducted at Ghent University.
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BBC Future Food Award celebrates supply chain innovation
Making a future for heritage grains, cereals grown by robots, without direct human intervention, and greater food supply chain assurance, provided by blockchain technology, are the three big ideas behind this year’s contenders for the BBC Farming Today Future Food Award.
