Category: News
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Britain’s organic land expanded while certified poultry numbers declined nationally. Conversion activity rose sharply, but livestock and operator numbers remained constrained.
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Lidl has recalled pistachio ice cream containing undeclared cashew allergen. The Northern Ireland action covers one pack size and date code.
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Capri-Sun has recalled Orange multipacks containing incorrectly labelled individual pouches. Regular sugared drink entered packaging marked as the Orange Zero variant.
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Harlech Foodservice plans a £3.5m expansion at its Welsh headquarters. New warehouse, freezer, and vehicle capacity will support rapid regional growth.
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British meat and dairy exporters will gain wider Swiss access. Lower tariffs will support lamb, beef, milk powder, and selected regional products.
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Welsh glass deposit plans face renewed opposition from industry groups. Producers warn that regulatory divergence will multiply packaging, stock, data, and return systems.
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Oterra has launched liquid versions of two natural blue colours. The pumpable formats target faster dispersion, cleaner handling, and automated dosing.
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European beer production and consumption both declined again during 2025. Alcohol free volumes continued growing as breweries adjusted capacity, portfolios, and packaging.
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dsm-firmenich and Nous will commercialise a caffeine free botanical system. The partnership combines extraction technology with clinical, regulatory, and formulation support.
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European states have approved new pollution rules for intensive livestock. The framework will set common environmental standards for the largest poultry and pig units.