Food & Drink Federation
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10 things we need to know about Brexit
Talks with the EU are finally under way a year after the referendum and the food industry is anxiously awaiting the outcome, writes Nick Hughes. Friday marked the first anniversary of Britain’s vote to leave the European Union. Much has… Read More
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Food and drink manufacturers slash co2 emissions by more than a third, claims FDF
MANUFACTURERS have reduced their carbon dioxide emissions by 35% – ahead of the original target date of 2020, claims the FDF. A report shows that the target was reached… Read More
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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… Read More
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Nestlé scoops Scottish Green Award
FURTHER TO the recent announcement that Nestlé has been ranked as the leading food company world-wide in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, the company has scooped the Best Large Company Initiative Award at the Scottish Green Awards 2013 for the work it… Read More
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Editor’s Comment: Which initiatives are worth their salt
THE GOVERNMENT wants us all to eat less salt. We average about 8.1g a day but the target is to cut it to 6g. There are a number of ways to achieve this. Reformulation is one. Look at any… Read More
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Call for sugary drinks tax
A TAX ON sugary drinks should be included in the 2013 budget, according to a new report published today. At 20p per litre, this would equate to some £1bn a year, with the money diverted to a ring-fenced “Children’s Future… Read More
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Food and drink industry recognised for cutting environmental cost
THE FOOD and drink industry has been praised by Lord Smith, Chairman of the Environment Agency, for cutting the environmental costs of feeding Britain. Speaking during a visit to Coca-Colas factory in Wakefield, Lord Smith praised efforts by food… Read More