Campaigners attack General Mills on palm oil policy
General Mills is facing accusations that the palm oil used in its food products is sourced unsustainably, and is strongly linked to deforestation in Southeast Asia.
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Competition clamp-down shows need for compliance culture, lawyers say
As the competition authorities are stepping up scrutiny of the food sector, all companies should ensure they have compliance structures in place and do not view national activities in isolation, say lawyers at CMS Cameron McKenna
Healthier white flour could be on the horizon
Grain processors, bakery manufacturers and consumers could benefit from research being carried out in the UK that aims to develop new mineral rich white flour through plant breeding and x-ray technology.
UK consumers top breakfast cereal charts
British consumers are the biggest spenders on breakfast cereals in Europe, according to new research from Mintel’s Global Market Navigator (GMN).