DEFRA

Courage in the face of obesity
The UK Government must be “more courageous” in order to prevent obesity in future generations, said a group of MPs this week
David Gudgeon – Countdown to DRS: how to be ready for the DRS Deadline
As the UK Deposit Return Scheme deadline approaches, hospitality and drinks businesses must prepare for major operational changes. This session explores compliance, collection systems, glass inclusion, and how operators can avoid financial losses
Where should foodservice fit into horticulture plan?
As climate risks threaten key producer countries, the government’s plan to grow domestic horticulture is a rare opportunity to align sustainable production with healthy diets
Eagle lands….and then leaves
Dame Angela Eagle turned up at an organic farm last week, wellies at the ready. Rumour had it the Defra minister for food security and rural affairs was going to launch an organic action plan aimed at boosting domestic production
Why is food still absent from UK carbon plan?
Ruth Westcott from Sustain reflects on the absence of food from the UK’s plan to lower carbon emissions and why ministers are scared to talk about the need for dietary change
Professor Sir Charles Godfray FRS is opening Footprint Festival
Climate shocks. Energy costs. Supply chain volatility. Geopolitical disruption. These aren’t abstract risks — they’re hitting your margins, your sourcing and your strategy right now. Charles is one of the world’s leading voices on food systems and climate policy, Director…
Minette Batters: Who pays for change? Farming, foodservice and the fight for a viable future
Minette Batters — farmer, broadcaster, former NFU President and now crossbench peer — has spent her career making the case that farming and food policy are inseparable. She’s done it in the media, in parliament and on the land
Back to the future on food regulations
Plans for the UK to realign with EU food laws will reduce import costs but leave a raft of unanswered questions including over the future for cell-cultivated meat.
Cod off the menu
UK-caught cod is no longer a sustainable option for restaurants and caterers, according to the latest scientific advice
Pity the fool
Wednesday April 1st will likely have been circled on the calendars of hospitality sector leaders since the very start of the year