Foodservice News and Information

Global action is needed to prevent rise in water scarce areas by 2015: Greater efficiency in food production is required, says IChemE
A NEW REPORT by The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) warns that the world’s population could face living in ‘water scarce’ areas by 2015 unless new agricultural efficiencies are introduced. …
Falling oil prices help to keep food costs down
AS THE PRICE of a barrel of oil falls to under $50 the global financial industry is preparing for further deflationary activity such as lower food prices which could offer a huge boost to the out of home market. …
First step taken to fish discard ban
FISHERMEN TARGETING pelagic quota species such as mackerel and herring will now be required to land all the quota fish they catch, as the first steps to a ‘discard ban’ are taken. …
Study reveals support for local sourcing by Scotland’s public sector and NHS.
A NEW independent project has revealed there is strong support from Scotland’s public sector and NHS Scotland to source fresh produce locally. The “Sustainable Food and…
Workplace plays key role in improving the nation’s health suggests new nutrition study
AS GOVERNMENT data confirms that obesity will cost the UK more than £27 billion by 2015, a new project conducted among employees at Gatwick Airport and published in Complete Nutrition reveals that workplace interventions really can make a positive impact…
Era of eco deliveries as electric bikes are introduced by London pizzeria
POPULAR PIZZA chain Basilico has fired a starting pistol on sustainable delivery by introducing electric bikes for new Marylebone site. The low emission bicycles mark a new wave of eco-delivery…
EC withdraws circular economy package
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSON (EC) this week announced its intention to withdraw its circular economy package, claiming instead that it will put forward new ‘more ambitious’ plans. The announcement was made…
FDF launches sustainable palm oil guide for food & drink
A NEW guide has been launched to support and encourage food and drink manufacturers on sustainable use of the world’s most widely used vegetable oil. The Food and Drink Federation…
Sustainability in the City: New platform launched to drive the agenda in the financial sector
CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY champion Footprint has expanded its reach to the City, with the launch of Finance Footprint. In response to calls from the financial services for support in…
EAC calls for commitment to sustainable targets
PARLIAMENT’S GREEN watchdog warns Government not to reduce number of Sustainable Development Goals to be agreed at UN talks in 2015. Following a report that David Cameron wants to reduce the number…