John West recalls sardine products due to contamination risk
According to an alert by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), John West has recalled two of its sardine products because of a possible microbiological contamination risk.
‘Prices to rise further if global wheat export deal not upheld’, say trade bodies
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has said that UK producers should expect further rises on the price of wheat if the ‘landmark’ deal between Ukraine and Russia on the global exports of wheat is not upheld.
Global food supply issues to ease as Russia and Ukraine sign grain deal, says UN
According to the United Nations (UN), a deal between Ukraine and Russia to resume exports of wheat through the Black Sea has been signed, potential ending world supply issues of the essential ingredient.
M&S acquires logistics firm Gist in bid to improve supply chain
Marks and Spencer Group plc has announced the acquisition of Gist Limited, the principal contract logistics provider to M&S Food, with the aim to “modernise its food supply chain network to support growth.”
Daily foodstuffs see double-digit inflation rise
Many foodstuffs including butter, flour, ready-made meals and lamb have seen double-digit inflationary rises in June, according to the latest update from the Food and Drink Federation (FDF).
Consumer trust in UK food dropping as cost-of-living bites, according to Red Tractor
The second Red Tractor ‘Trust in Food’ Index has revealed that food from the UK is still more trusted than anywhere else in the world but highlights increased concerns from British consumers as eating and shopping habits change.