All UK & Ireland articles – Page 8
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NewsFSA launches precision fermentation innovation research programme
The new innovation research programme aims to accelerate regulatory support for precision fermentation and other emerging food technologies.
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ArticleProcess NIR in food manufacturing: from calibration to confidence
Process NIR in food manufacturing is transforming quality control. Real-time insights, cross-team collaboration, and unified strategies help reduce waste, improve efficiency, and build trust in production decisions.
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NewsPoundland festive Cadbury boxes sell for 25p amid high chocolate costs
Poundland offered Cadbury’s 125g festive selection boxes for 25p, including Dairy Milk Freddo Caramel, Fudge, Crunchie, Treatsize Buttons and Wispa. An identical box retails at £2.50 in other UK supermarkets. The promotion comes in a year of elevated chocolate costs.
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NewsPepsiCo, Unilever, and partners launch STEP up for Agriculture to scale regenerative farming
PepsiCo and Unilever STEP up for Agriculture to support farmers, scale regenerative practices, and build resilient, sustainable food supply chains.
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ArticleNaming and faming: how the Chocolate Scorecard is fighting slavery in cocoa supply chains
Ruth Davison explores the 2025 Chocolate Scorecard, uncovering how the industry is confronting slavery, child labour and sustainability challenges in cocoa.
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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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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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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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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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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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NewsTate & Lyle partners with MassChallenge to scale sustainable food innovation
The ingredient solutions giant is joining forces with MassChallenge to support food start-ups driving healthier, more sustainable innovation in the UK and Switzerland.
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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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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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ArticleFrom tip-off to convictions: inside the battle against food crime
Professor Chris Elliott gives exclusive sobering insight into the criminal undertakings of trusted food industry actors – highlighting the extensive work that’s necessary to uncover the source of food fraud.
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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.
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NewsTesco recalls ready meal after undeclared allergens found
Tesco has recalled its Stir Fry Tikka Chicken ready meal after undeclared egg and mustard were discovered in the accompanying sauce sachet.
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NewsLidl 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.