Grocery sector news updates
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New report from World Bank Group investigates the impacts of climate change on crop yields
WORLD BANK Group has commissioned a new report that suggests dramatic climate change will continue to affect millions of lives and impact world food security, unless significant changes are made. … Read More
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Farm power key to future UK energy supply
UK FARMS could be a major player in a shift towards a resilient, low-carbon energy system, according to an important report launched today by the Farm Power coalition. … Read More
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Low income and welfare problems see food bank numbers rise by 38% despite economic recovery
NUMBERS TURNING to foodbanks are continuing to rise despite economic recovery, and more people are struggling to get by because their incomes are too low, says leading foodbank charity The Trussell Trust. … Read More
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Functional foods market increases in size
A NEW report from Leatherhead Food Research has revealed that the global market for food and drinks offering functional health benefits continues to increase in size. According… Read More
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Pubco shares drop after ‘historic’ vote
A VOTE IN the House of Commons to amend the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill has seen the share prices of a number of pub companies fall. MP’s voted… Read More
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Unilever’s European food business reaches 100% traceable and certified palm oil
UNILEVER HAS published its sustainable palm oil progress report, highlighting significant steps forward in the traceability of palm oil from known sources. The ‘Unilever Sustainable Palm Oil Progress Report 2014’ was published… Read More
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ReFood launches industry-first food waste scholarship
REFOOD HAS announced the industry’s first dedicated scholarship programme to inspire the next generation of sustainable students. ‘Sustainable Visionaries’, will see undergraduates from across the UK compete to demonstrate why they… Read More
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Countdown to Chip Week 2015
THE COUNTDOWN to Chip Week 2015 is now underway. The seven day chip-fest will run from 16-22 February and is the perfect platform to raise awareness of the quality chip dishes in the catering sector. … Read More
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Fixing holes in social security support would reduce need for food banks
GAPS IN the social security safety net are a key reason why people are turning to food banks, according to the first in-depth study into the personal experiences of recipients of emergency food aid in the UK. … Read More
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Hertfordshire pub wins first nationwide FreeFrom Eating Out Award
ANTONY WORRALL THOMPSON presented Hertfordshire pub, The Alford Arms, with the Silver Salver for the most allergen-aware eatery, serving the best ‘free from’ food, in the UK – at the inaugural FreeFrom Eating Out Awards at the Food Matters Live… Read More