All Trade, economics & market risk articles – Page 11
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NewsFareShare and Felix Project merge to “scale up food provision for the UK’s most vulnerable communities”
FareShare and The Felix Project unite to expand surplus redistribution and strengthen communities, as demand surges and food insecurity deepens.
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ArticleSilent Enemies: Part 1 – Under Pressure
In Part 1 of Silent Enemies, Dr Darin Detwiler draws on his time as a nuclear submarine officer to explore lessons of responsibility, risk and vigilance that later shaped his career in food safety.
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NewsGlanbia sells SlimFast brand to Heartland Food Products Group
Glanbia has sold its SlimFast US brand to Heartland Food Products Group, as consumer demand shifts and GLP-1 drugs challenge legacy diet products.
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NewsMars invests €1bn to upgrade its EU food manufacturing operations by 2026
Mars will invest €1 billion in EU operations by 2026 to modernise factories, boost sustainability and drive innovation across its food portfolio.
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NewsBen & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield quits over Unilever social activism dispute
Jerry Greenfield leaves Ben & Jerry's after nearly 50 years, claiming Unilever has “silenced” the brand's social activism and independence.
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McDonald’s makes $200m commitment to regenerative agriculture and responsible beef sourcing
McDonald’s invests $200m in regenerative agriculture to boost responsible beef sourcing and protect US ranchland ecosystems.
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NewsCostco US recalls sparkling wine over risk of shattering bottles
Costco has recalled its Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene in several US states after reports of bottles shattering. Shoppers are urged to dispose of the wine safely at home and will be given a full refund.
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ArticleThe process of coffee production: from seed to cup
Coffee is one of the most beloved beverages worldwide. Part of its appeal has been attributed to the fact that coffee has a higher caffeine content than most naturally produced beverages, such as tea and cocoa. In this article we will look at the process of coffee production from seed ...
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NewsFDF warns UK food inflation could hit 5.7 percent by Christmas
UK food inflation continues to outpace other European nations, with forecasts expecting it to reach 5.7 percent by December.
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NewsSainsbury’s recalls own-brand houmous products over E. coli contamination fears
E. coli fears prompt Sainsbury’s recall of two own-brand houmous lines, with shoppers urged not to consume products.
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NewsFrozen burrito bowls sold at Target recalled over undeclared shrimp
One Frozen LLC recalls over 57,000 Good & Gather burrito bowls sold at Target after reports of undeclared shrimp raise allergy risk concerns.
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NewsBRAINR raises record €11m to drive digital transformation in food manufacturing
Lisbon-based startup BRAINR has raised €11 million in a record seed round to digitise food manufacturing. Its cloud platform already manages a quarter of Portugal’s meat production, cutting waste and improving traceability.
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ArticleUnderstanding rising British food prices
Rising UK food prices in 2025 aren’t down to imports or commodities – they’re the result of Labour Government policies hitting working families and the grocery sector. Dr Clive Black unpicks the causes and long-term impact.
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NewsEuropean 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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NewsStrongbow becomes first alcohol brand to add NaviLens accessible labels
The high-contrast NaviLens codes on Strongbow cans are designed to help blind and partially sighted shoppers access product information with ease.
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NewsMPs 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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NewsTesco trials infrared avocado ripeness scanner to cut food waste
Tesco is piloting an infrared avocado scanner in five UK stores, helping shoppers pick perfectly ripe fruit and reduce waste.
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ArticleHeatwaves 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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NewsUK 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.