WHO issues new global benchmarks for salt in food
The World Health Organization (WHO) has set its sights on reducing salt in food products...
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Tesco rolls out finance scheme for green suppliers
Tesco is rolling out an initiative that will see its supply base offered sustainability-linked supply...
The challenges facing Big Food on net-zero
The commitments being made by members of Big Food on net-zero has led to some optimism...
US, UK, EU – comparing the new 2030 climate targets
The UK has announced an emissions reduction target that would see a faster decline than...
CEOs are hugely expensive – why not automate them?
If a single role is as expensive as thousands of workers, it is surely the...
UK exports to EU down again in February – industry body
UK food and drink exports to the EU were down by more than 40% in February year-on-year, according to trade body The Food and Drink Federation. Data released today by the…
Why ‘Clean Plate’ must only be part of China’s war on food waste
Although the Asian powerhouse has recently seen a decline in population growth, food security remains a key issue. Andy Coyne looks at what lies behind China's attempts to tackle food…
Associated British Foods buoyed by Australia’s post-lockdown consumers
Australia has not seen a post-lockdown "consumer recession", the chief executive of Associated British Foods has said, giving the company hope of similar trading conditions elsewhere when other countries more…
Carbon emissions and fiscal measures – a taxing problem for UK food
Food manufacturers, retailers, and governments are all announcing moves to achieve net-zero carbon emissions. With food making up a quarter of greenhouse-gas emissions, much hard work lies ahead. Could the…
Nestle joins Magnit-led Russia initiative to promote healthy food
Nestlé has joined an initiative in Russia led by retailer Magnit to promote healthier lifestyles and eating, with a key focus on increasing the supply of foods and beverages low…
How to avoid your FDI project turning into a nightmare
Dreaming of an international expansion for your company? Consider these cautionary tips from FDI consultant Douglas van den Berghe first. "We need to go to China, everyone else is doing…
