All news articles for October 2024

More than a third of US consumers want to try British brands, but cost often is a preventative factor. Image Credit: Getty / Kimberrywood

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Demand for British brands on the rise in the US

By Gwen Ridler

British brands are growing in popularity in the US, with more than a third of consumers likely to purchase UK products, but price pressures are hindering their growth of the market.

The £700,000 laboratory provides 3D imaging and metrology services. Image credit: RSSL

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New £700k 3D imaging and metrology lab opens in Reading

By Michelle Perrett

Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is focusing on expanding its laboratory services after investing £700k in a new laboratory providing a suite of advanced 3D imaging and metrology services.

HSS Chair Heather Kelman: 'We need to act now to maintain high standards and ensure public trust in our food supply chain.' Image credit: Getty / Amorn Suriyan

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The future of food standards in the UK at risk: FSA report

By Gwen Ridler

Ongoing shortages of key food safety and standards professionals are threatening the future of food standards in the UK, according to a new report from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS).

Heavy metals in tomatoes and salad crops: a new food safety concern? Credit: Getty/Susumu Yoshioka

Food Forensics

Are heavy metals an emerging risk in tomatoes and salad crops?

By Alison Johnson

Amid reports of cadmium contamination in tomatoes and in anticipation of Food Manufacture's upcoming Food Safety Briefing later this month, food safety expert Alison Johnson examines the gravity of this heavy metal threat.

Concern has been raised about the RSPCA Assured scheme. Image credit: GenV

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RSPCA Assured accused of 'welfare-washing'

By Michelle Perrett

Veganuary co-founder Matthew Glover has accused RSPCA Assured of 'welfare-washing' and has called for the end of the scheme describing it as 'meaningless'.

EU member states can no longer ban the use of meaty terms to describe vegetarian products. Image: Getty, Wragg

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Meaty terms for vegetarian foods deemed legal in EU

By Gwen Ridler

EU member states are unable to stop food manufacturers from labelling vegetarian foods with ‘meaty’ names, according to a new ruling from the European Court of Justice (ECJ).

Food Manufacture unwraps 2024's festive flavours. Credit: GNT

Long read

Christmas food and drink trends 2024

By Bethan Grylls

As the leaves begin to turn brown and the heating is switched on, Food Manufacture explores what will be popular F&B picks among consumers shopping baskets this Christmas.

Meat-related fraud has been a big issue in recent times. Credit: Getty/Platforma

Short read

The biggest threats to UK food safety

By Bethan Grylls

The UK is known for its commitment to food safety, but the last few years have given way to new opportunities for unscrupulous activity. As the saying goes, we are only as strong as our weakest link – are you ready for what's to come...?

Joe & Seph's, Pukka Pies and Cathedral City all feature in this week's NPD round-up

NPD

The latest NPD from food and drink manufacturers

By Gwen Ridler

Popcorn fit for Paddington Bear, pastry parcels inspired by world flavours and a cheesy collaboration between Cathedral City and Summit Foods all feature in this week’s round-up of food and drink new product launches.

The total value of food and drink deals was nearly £6bn in Q2 2024. Image: Getty, Wasan Tita

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Food M&A on the rise as total value hits £6bn

By Gwen Ridler

Food and drink mergers and acquisitions were up by a third in the second quarter (Q2) of 2024, as the total value of deals rose to nearly £6bn thanks to high profile transactions from the likes of Carlsberg and Newlat.

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