All Sourcing articles – Page 9
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Category ReportDemand soars for palm oil amid tightened supply
Despite its associations with deforestation, habitat loss, and health risks, demand for palm oil is booming
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Category ReportFilippo Berio launches research project to combat olive tree disease
After the shocks to Mediterranean olive oil supply from the extreme heat and drought conditions in 2022-2025, the industry has a new supply crisis to contend with
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NewsGender gap across food businesses ‘reducing diversity of talent’
Meat Business Women data revealed ‘huge gaps’ between companies that had and had not taken action
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NewsFood security put at risk by government trade policies, industry warns
The Fresh Produce Consortium warned that Britain cannot ‘grow its way out’ of food security concerns without maintaining a strong and balanced global supply chain
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Analysis & FeaturesCan long-term bumper contracts save British farming?
Long-term contracts have become the norm, with retailers claiming they offer farmers security and cash to invest. Is it that straightforward?
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NewsNFU chief Bradshaw warns EU SPS deal wont automatically trigger growth
Tom Bradshaw said it would ‘take time’ to rebuild EU export markets and warned against the government securing a bad deal for the food sector
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NewsCo-op launches best-of-season potato packs to support British farmers
The supermarket said it was a first for UK retail and supported its efforts to maintain British supply all year round
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NewsKiwi brand Zespri launches first UK TV campaign
The campaign is designed to position Zespri as the ‘most trusted brand for natural nutrient density’
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NewsClimate-affected foods driving food inflation, research finds
Foods hit by extreme weather are rising over two times faster than the rest of the food basket, analysis found
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NewsTesco expands Sustainable Pig Group with Sofina joining
The expansion will mean the number of pigs supplied through the scheme will grow by almost 30%
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NewsInflation: government planning tariff cuts to 100 food and drink items
Details on which products will benefit from the tariff cuts will be unveiled by the Treasury next week
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NewsRodda’s moves into cottage cheese with £6m investment
The Cornish clotted cream giant said the project was entering the final commissioning phase and will involve specialist cottage cheese manufacturing equipment installed alongside the business’ existing operations
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NewsBeef sector calls for supply chain support in ‘critical period’
In an open letter, NFU livestock board chair David Barton warned that farmgate returns continue to reduce while input costs rise due to the conflict in the Middle East
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NewsFood sector leaders call for swifter action on climate change
The call follows the publication of the Climate Change Committee’s fourth independent assessment of the UK’s climate risk today
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Category ReportButter growth in own label threatens brand dominance
Private label lines are faring better than branded ones. Own label value is up 11.6% on volumes that have risen 0.6%, while branded value is flat on volumes down 7.6%
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Category ReportShoppers focus on UPFs debate and provenance
Shoppers’ concerns about UPFs are driving a resurgence in block butters, aided by their perception as a ‘very natural product’
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Category Report‘We’re walking this tightrope of staying true to our values’
Since its grocery debut in Sainsbury’s in 2023, it has snagged Waitrose, Ocado and Co-op listings and launched quirky variants including Truffle and Cinnamon Roll
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Comment & OpinionWhy the Iran war is a wake-up call for UK food supply chains
From Kenyan tea to Ivorian cocoa, the cost is already reaching British shelves – and the food industry needs to react, says Kerrina Thorogood, partnerships director at the Fairtrade Foundation
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NewsBritish strawberry season delayed due to cold weather
The cooler spring has slowed the ripening process, but with strawberries remaining on plant for longer, the taste profile is richer with more balanced natural sweetness, according to growers
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NewsBertolli launches butter-based SKU
Bertolli Spreadable with Butter and Olive Oil contains four ingredients: dairy butter, olive oil, water and salt