Food industry to be consulted on salt reduction targets
The food industry is to be consulted on new voluntary salt reduction targets as part of the Government’s pledge to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Archives for February 6, 2020
Farming, trade and adapting to change post-Brexit
The future of farming in the UK post-Brexit, the growing trend of plant-based foods and trade negotiations outside the EU were standout discussions at this year’s Business Leaders’ Forum, according to chair Geoff Eaton.
Packaging Innovations 2020
Plastic in perspective
With plastic packaging now coming in for widespread consumer criticism, this year’s Packaging Innovations show sets the stage for industry to debate, discuss and find solutions that are eco-friendly and address concerns over carbon footprint.
Substituting plastics can conceal risks
Brand owners and retailers pressured into finding alternatives to plastics packaging may simply replace current problems with different future ones, potentially resulting in much higher carbon footprints, while having no impact on whole-system...
Union seeks assurances over Typhoo Tea jobs
Workers union Unite has pledged to seek assurances for staff members at Typhoo Tea’s Moreton factory, after the manufacturer announced plans to axe 76 roles at the site.