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New study to enhance poultry handling standards

A £500,000 research initiative, supported by Defra, is set to improve poultry welfare by examining various catching and handling methods used in commercial farming...
Health & Safety

UK food industry faces new regulations aimed at promoting healthier choices

The UK government has announced new measures to tackle obesity, including updates to regulations on foods high in fat, sugar, and salt (HFSS). The...

Louisiana introduces new law on food ingredients for schools and foodservice

Hershey to phase out synthetic dyes from snacks by 2027

Graphene-based food safety sensor secures €470K in funding for scale-up

Texas legislation requires warning labels on certain food products

Production

Production

Ellers Farm Distillery expands premium spirits portfolio with acquisition of 6 O’Clock Gin

Ellers Farm Distillery, the owner of Dutch Barn Vodka, has acquired Bramley and Gage Limited, securing full ownership of the 6 O’Clock Gin brand. 6...

Mars to invest $2 billion into U.S. manufacturing by 2026

Dole divests fresh vegetables division for $140m

Generous Brands acquires kombucha tea innovator Health-Ade

Better Nature raises £1.1m to accelerate growth of high-protein tempeh range

Packaging

Nestlé and IBM collaborate to drive sustainable food packaging innovation using AI

Nestlé is partnering with IBM Research to harness the power of generative AI in developing sustainable food packaging. The collaboration focuses on creating advanced,...

The Label Makers partner with Double Dutch to deliver vibrant new look for premium mixer brand

Leading label manufacturer, The Label Makers, has collaborated with Double Dutch, the award-winning premium mixer brand, to produce striking new labels as part of...

Ferrero achieves key sustainability milestones

Ferrero has successfully met its recyclable packaging goal for the 2023-24 fiscal year, according to its latest sustainability report. The company surpassed its target,...

Running toward a greener future: Foopak’s environmental impact in the first half of 2025 races

During the first half of 2025, Foopak supplied nearly a million compostable and recyclable cups at major races like the Los Angeles Marathon (800,000...

Heat resistance and durability: are compostable cups as effective as traditional ones?

The global biodegradable cup market is projected to reach $1.1 billion by 2031, driven by the increasing demand for sustainable packaging. While compostable cups...

Supply Chain

Mexico takes a bite out of UK pork in £19m deal

Supply Chain
UK pork is set to be served on Mexican tables following a successful bid to secure long-term access to the market. Twelve businesses have secured...

Mitsubishi expands investment in Thai Union to strengthen sustainable seafood leadership

Supply Chain
Mitsubishi Corporation has increased its stake in Thai Union Group to 20%, making a $205 million investment in the company. This deepened partnership, which...

Ferrero strengthens cocoa sustainability efforts

Supply Chain
Ferrero's annual Cocoa Charter Progress Report reveals substantial strides in the company's responsible cocoa sourcing strategy. The Cocoa Charter focuses on four core pillars:...

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