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UK government should focus on 'protecting the agri-food industry' - MP
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has urged the Labour government to support the agri-food sector rather than “powering ahead” with inheritance tax reforms. Speaking in UK parliament recently, she said: “Farmers are the backbone of…
UK food company and four more huge businesses plunge into administration
With less than three months into 2026, the number of firms in the UK entering administration and even closing permanently has witnessed a significant increase. This year, numerous businesses have come forward to reveal their struggles, including…
Global food supplies could be badly hit if Iran war drags on, says fertiliser boss
The boss of one of the world's largest fertiliser companies has said global food supplies could be badly damaged this year if the Iran war becomes an extended conflict. Svein Tore Holsether, the chief executive of Norway's Yara International, has…
Mother's Day - five restaurants giving mums free food from curry to desserts
MoneyMagpie's Vicky Parry takes a look at her top five Mother's Day freebies this year. Families looking to celebrate Mother's Day without spending a fortune could take advantage of several free food offers available across the UK this year. From…
Doctor says to eat certain foods before bed to avoid 'orthosomnia
From mouth tape to magnesium, social media is awash with suggestions on how to optimise your sleep. This trend, dubbed 'sleepmaxxing', forms part of the wider biohacking movement, which employs science and technology to enhance health and…
A corner of north London where food has become a battleground in the Israel-Gaza war | Jonathan Liew
First comes the hummus: studded with chickpeas, anointed with a little reservoir of olive oil, greedily smeared up with hunks of pitta bread and messy fingers. Then the tabbouleh, then some homemade falafels, and then the lentil soup, and already…
These senior dog foods contain vet-recommended ingredients for brain and joint health
As dogs age, they develop unique needs due to age-related conditions, such as reduced mobility, muscle loss, and cognitive decline. The best foods for senior dogs are specially formulated to support these needs. Many dry and wet formulas for older…
The Iran war's looming economic threat: Higher food prices
The ongoing war in Iran is driving up more than just the cost of oil. With essential crop fertilizers also caught in the crossfire, U.S. food prices could be next. About one-third of the world's fertilizer ingredients — key inputs farmers…
Iran war risks global food shock as fertiliser supplies cut
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Racehorse was served in food at soup kitchen after being cooked
A racehorse named Smart Latch was discovered in food served at a Turkish soup kitchen, following a government investigation. The animal's microchip was found in a portion of kavurma, a sautéed meat dish, leading to a complaint being filed…
UK food prices could spike as fertiliser supplies at risk due to Iran war
Donald Trump 's war on Iran could cause UK food prices to surge due to the soaring cost of fuel and fertiliser as the Strait of Hormuz – the narrow sea passage south of Iran – remains effectively impassable. The blockade on fossil…
USDA Awards Funding To Maryland Projects Supporting Farmers And Food Access
BOWIE, Md. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced more than $26.8 million in funding to help connect farmers with local and regional markets, including several projects in Maryland. The funding is provided through the Local…
The Big One: Cyberattack that could cripple food and drink
A deep dive into the escalating cyber threats facing the food and beverage industry - from ransomware and OT breaches to the looming risk of 'The Big One'. Discover how vulnerabilities across supply chains, legacy systems, and digital…
Top butchers reveal the 3 fast-food cheeseburgers that actually use real, quality beef
Not all fast-food cheeseburgers are created equal, according to award-winning butchers who work with quality beef every day. When asked to name their top chains for burgers, three meat experts pointed to chains they say are a cut above the rest…
The town that turned its back on a fast food giant
There are more than 60 McDonald's restaurants across Greater Manchester. The gigantic US chain has become as synonymous with the British high street as butchers, bakers, and candlestick-makers. Except, that is, in Rochdale. The town centre is one…
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