UK shoppers warned not to buy or eat fake Wonka and Prime bars Food Standards Agency says hygiene and labelling laws may not have been followed The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2023
KSDL to launch new soaps, aims to expand its presence in north Indian market The State-run Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Ltd. (KSDL) is all set to diversify its portfolio by launching new popular soap products to expand its footprint in north Indian market. The Hindu · Dec 3, 2023
Jury orders egg suppliers to pay $17.7 million in damages for price gouging in 2000s A federal jury in Illinois has delivered a verdict of $17.7 million in damages to several major food manufacturing companies who sued egg producers over a conspiracy to limit the supply of eggs in the U.S. years ago The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2023
Don't eat pre-cut cantaloupe if the source is unknown, CDC says, as deadly salmonella outbreak grows U.S. health officials say consumers should not eat pre-cut cantaloupe if they don’t know the source The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2023
This Stock is Feasting on Success During the Holidays There are a lot of traditions that surround the holidays…tree decorating, giving gifts, holiday lights, festive menorahs. But one tradition stands out above the rest when it comes to getting together with family and friends and celebrating this time of year. And that is going to a holiday party and… StockNews.com · Nov 30, 2023
Consumer advocates call for ban on 'green' weasel words Vague and misleading marketing terms like 'for the planet' should be banned in Australia, according to a report analysing green claims in social media ads. AAP · Nov 30, 2023
Half of pre-mixed alcohol features nutritional claims as industry targets young Australians, study finds Exclusive: Researchers say producers of alcoholic drinks ‘intensively using’ health claims in efforts to reverse declining consumption The Guardian - AU · Nov 30, 2023
Dr Martens takes a kicking in the US - shares crash as City loses faith CEO admits to "challenging headwinds" Evening Standard · Nov 30, 2023
Watchdog to investigate price cuts for UK supermarket loyalty cardholders Regulator says that big discounts for members may be restricting competition and disadvantaging those outside the schemes The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2023
Grocery brands accused of unjustified price rises Usually, customers were able to avoid paying more by switching to own-brand products, but the watchdog noted one glaring exception Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2023
Bake Off winner crowned after celebration cake showstopper Matty, Dan and Josh made it to the final of series 14 Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2023
The Great British Bake Off winner for 2023 announced after tense celebration cake finale Matty, a 28-year-old teacher from Cambridgeshire, has said that he felt like the ‘underdog’ of the baking competition The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023
Burger King 'spoils' Christmas in provocative ad campaign "Cheers Burger King, kids crying.” Creative Bloq · Nov 28, 2023
New centres to research climate change and food sustainability The co-centres will bring together academics, industry and policymakers across the Irish Government, UK Government and Stormont departments. The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023
The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023 Shop price inflation eases for sixth consecutive month Shop prices were 4.3% higher than last November, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-NielsenIQ Shop Price Index.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 27, 2023 Tesco 'do not eat' warning amid contamination fears of product Tesco is recalling a variety of Growers Harvest Garden Peas as they could be contaminated with an unknown type of berry.
The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023 Food Safety dept. conducts Statewide checks on shawarma outlets The Food Safety wing conducted widespread checks across the State, focussing on food outlets selling shawarma, to check if the norms issued by the department regarding the safe preparation of shawarma were being followed.
The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023 About 2,500 kg of halal-certified products seized in U.P. raids to enforce ban U.P. FSDA has seized 2,500 kg of halal-certified products & investigated 482 establishments. STF of U.P. police visited Hazratganj police station in Lucknow to investigate a case against four firms for alleged irregularities in halal-certification. FIR registered under IPC Sections 120B, 384, 420, 467, 468, 471, 153A & 298.
The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023 McCain Foods fined £700,000 after worker needs fingers amputated after accident The frozen potato company admitted contravening two health and safety regulations.
Zenger · Nov 23, 2023 Milk Extract Could Ease Symptoms Of Crohn’s And Colitis Made from cows’ milk, a natural dairy supplement for IBD will be tested in humans for possible future use in the form of yogurt and milkshake powder.
The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023 Dozens of people sickened by salmonella in popular fruit The FDA have recalled cantaloupe melons after cases of salmonella have been linked to the fruit
WEKU · Nov 22, 2023 Frying turkeys can explode. Here's how to avoid that When properly cooked, fried turkey can be an explosion for your taste buds. But if it's not completely thawed, that turkey can explode in a pot of hot oil and spark a dangerous fire.
The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023 Wilcox Ice Cream pulls all products from shelves over listeria outbreak Wilcox Ice Cream have warned those who purchased their recalled products not to consume them
The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023 Historic home of Craster kippers given listed status The traditional techniques for smoking fish are still in use at the 167-year-old premises in the Northumberland town.
The Guardian - US · Nov 21, 2023 Are electric ‘composters’ the solution for food waste? Or a waste of time The expensive appliances claim to eliminate kitchen food waste by turning it to instant compost. But experts are skeptical