Precision-bred banana approved for marketing by Defra
A Norwich-based biotechnology company has created a slow-browning banana, which the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has approved for marketing.
Further cell-cultivated guidance released by food standards bodies
The Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland have published a package of supplementary guidance for businesses developing cell-cultivated products.
Waitrose refreshes ‘Good Health’ logo as consumers avoid ultra-processed foods
UK retailer Waitrose has changed its ingredient and nutritional criteria for its ‘Good Health’ logo, which it said would “shift the focus” towards ingredient transparency.
Manufacturers call for Government to commit to current regulations
Research has set out the challenges faced by businesses investing in food reformulation, finding respondents wanted “greater regulatory certainty”.
Fresh food inflation falls below three-month average
The British Retail Consortium has posted food inflation results for the 1st-7th September 2026, finding that it decreased to 2.5% year-on-year in the month.
Len Wright Salads signs ten-year contract with Asda
Asda has confirmed a ten-year contract with a British producer, which it has said will be worth £250 million.