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European Parliament approves new EU-wide targets to reduce food waste by 2030
The new binding EU-wide 2030 food waste targets aim to slash sector-wide losses and improve sustainability across the supply chain.
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MPs warn illegal meat smuggling crisis risks major disease outbreak
A new EFRA Committee report has said illegal meat smuggling is rising, putting public health, farming and UK food security at risk.
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Heatwaves and supply chains: what the food industry must do to safeguard its future
Academic researchers Saakshi Kumar and Professor Manoj Dora highlight key strategies for the UK’s food producers to lead the way in safeguarding future food supplies.
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UK Government moves to ban high-caffeine energy drinks for under-16s in England
Government unveils plans to restrict high-caffeine energy drinks for under-16s, targeting childhood obesity and improving school performance.
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Kraft Heinz announce split into two independent food businesses
The US packaged food giant has announced it will divide into two publicly traded companies to sharpen brand focus and drive long-term growth.
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Lidl smashes 2025 plant-based sales target with nearly 700 percent growth
Lidl GB has already surpassed its 2025 plant-based sales target, with sales up 694 percent as flexitarian demand reshapes shopper choices.
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New research reveals potential of AI-driven colour-changing food packaging
New University of Vaasa research explores how AI-powered colour-changing packaging could improve food quality monitoring, reduce waste and boost transparency.
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Trading away our food security: the collapse of Britain’s bioethanol industry exposes a national vulnerability
Professor Chris Elliott warns that the collapse of the UK’s bioethanol industry is not just an energy issue but a direct threat to national food security. Exposing the trade-offs made in the UK–US deal, he explains how government policy has undermined farmers, destabilised supply chains and left Britain dangerously reliant…
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Coca-Cola reportedly explores sale of Costa Coffee
Coca-Cola is reportedly considering selling Costa Coffee, potentially at a £2bn valuation. The move highlights the challenges of managing a global café chain and the importance of resilient supply chains.
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Just Eat trials AI food delivery robots in Zurich
Just Eat has partnered with Swiss firm RIVR to pilot autonomous ground robots for food delivery in Zurich.
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Nestlé develops chocolate-making technique to maximise cocoa fruit yield
Nestlé unveils a new patented chocolate-making process designed to increase cocoa yield by using up to 30 percent more of the cocoa fruit.
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McDonald’s digital transformation accelerates with AI, cloud platforms and loyalty focus
McDonald’s accelerates its digital transformation with AI-powered kitchens, cloud systems and loyalty schemes designed to improve efficiency and customer engagement.
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Cranswick apologises for ‘lapse in standards’ after pig abuse footage surfaces at second farm
Cranswick has apologised after historic footage emerged from a second Lincolnshire farm it owns, showing severe pig abuse and mistreatment.
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Two reports about one big challenge: the future of food systems
Governments and international bodies are paying attention to key public health and food resilience matters. In fact, they’re writing reports and Chris Elliott has read them – here’s what he has to say.
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Pasta Evangelists to open 100 UK restaurants in £30m expansion
Pasta Evangelists have announced £30 million expansion plans, including 100 new UK restaurants by 2030, the creation of 1,500 jobs and the launch of a pasta apprenticeship scheme.
