Food safety insight and analysis – Page 6
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Comment and Opinion
Australia free trade deal comes with same food standards dilemma as the US
Boris Johnson waved a packet of Tim Tams, but swerved the elephant in the room when it comes to future global free trade deals
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Comment and Opinion
Coronavirus has highlighted the importance of food security. Our system needs a rethink
As the government reviews its 5G plans, shouldn’t we also reconsider the value of our food?
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Analysis and Features
Chlorinated chicken explained: why do the Americans treat their poultry with chlorine?
The prospect of the UK accepting US chicken treated with chlorine in order to secure a lucrative trade deal has got everyone in a flap. But just what is chlorine chicken? And what’s the problem with it?
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Analysis and Features
Why won’t the government legislate for food standards?
First the Agriculture Bill dodged the question. Now the Trade Bill is silent on the matter
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Analysis and Features
Will coronavirus open the door to global food fraud?
Disrupted supply chains are a boon for food fraudsters. So what types of food are at risk, and how can the threat be count
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Analysis and Features
Food security: do we need to rethink our just in time supply chain post coronavirus?
With further threats around the corner, some suggest we should be rethinking the way we stock our supermarket shelves
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Comment and Opinion
Not all plants are food: why education on plant toxins is vital for shopper safety
Dangerous plant toxins have been found in dietary supplements and new ‘natural remedies’, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment and Opinion
Why the food industry must be wary of coronavirus fake news stories
Bogus food and drink ads are inevitable – and they could have serious consequences for consumers and the industry
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The Big Interview
Emily Miles big interview: how the FSA is keeping food safe throughout Covid-19
The FSA’s new CEO is well equipped to handle the coronavirus crisis, with work to ensure safety and supply underway. Not forgetting Brexit, of course
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Comment and Opinion
Vegan food suppliers are under increasing pressure on salt… and dairy
The ’vegan health halo’ is under threat on more than one front
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Comment and Opinion
A valuable new scientific tool in the fight against food fraud
Testing methods are becoming simpler and less expensive, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment and Opinion
Today’s consumer wants accurate product data – suppliers and retailers must provide
Consumers now expect to be able to access a wealth of information about what they consume, says Chris Tyas, chair of GS1 UK
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Comment and Opinion
The next food strategy must champion British standards and quality
The next National Food Strategy must strengthen the UK as a global leader in food safety, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment and Opinion
High steaks? Why the UK should relax use-by dates on meat
The 10-day shelf-life rule for meat could now be set to change
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Comment and Opinion
Blockchain’s benefits: what should retailers be on the lookout for?
Clear legislation on blockchain in fmcg has yet to be defined, but this doesn’t mean organisations should rule it out, says Matthew Suter, solicitor at DWF
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Comment and Opinion
Peanut allergy sufferers will be forced to pay more or ditch pesto
Shelves have been left bare and supermarkets are hiking prices on the few unaffected pesto lines
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Analysis and Features
Pesto crisis: is the UK's recall system fit for purpose?
How did it take up to a month from the first warning signs of peanut contamination for products to be recalled?
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Comment and Opinion
With Defra in constant flux, can Johnson be trusted to protect food & drink?
Reports have suggested Theresa Villiers could soon be dropped. Where does that leave food & drink in trade talks?
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Comment and Opinion
The 12 most shocking moments in grocery in 2019… and one that didn’t surprise us
With fire, flood, fibs and feuds, 2019 was a turbulent end to the decade for food & drink. Here are 12 moments that shocked us most this year
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Comment and Opinion
Loosening food safety laws post-Brexit could threaten the union
If we see regulatory divergence between England, Wales and Scotland after Brexit, our issues won’t stop at Northern Ireland