19 April 2024 Blog Food and Agri Update - 19th April A summary round up of the last couple of weeks. New research published by the ASA on environmental claims in the food sector and key recommendations for the future; regenerative farming and eco-label consultation referenced. Recent ruling also looks at 'subject to availability' in ads. FSA looks at the cost of living crisis for consumers. Scottish consultation on colony caged chickens may divide the UK for eggs. PFAS chemicals in our fruit and veg and CBD judicial review. April is stress awareness month for health and safety and a reminder on keeping rights of way safe from livestock. Share this article Bookmark this page 11 min read
19 April 2024 Blog ASA Environmental Claims in Food advertising – Further Scrutiny expected from July 2024 An overview of recent research findings and recommendations is provided. Although the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) concluded there was no widespread need for enforcement action to bring claims into compliance with the advertising rules in the food sector, they would none the less be providing for additional monitoring and follow-up engagement from July 2024. Guidance was also to be provided on the use of the term 'regenerative farming' and preparation towards a consultation on a food eco-labelling scheme. Share this article Bookmark this page 5 min read
19 April 2024 Blog Agricultural Landlord and Tenant Code of Practice – are there lessons to be learned from over the hedge? Defra recently published the Agricultural Landlord and Tenant Code of Practice for England, which seeks to promote positive relationships between landlords and tenants and called for evidence on the need for a tenant farming commissioner. With this in mind, Emily Horn, an Associate in the Agriculture team, explores the role of the Scottish Tenant Farming Commissioner. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
5 April 2024 Blog Fairer Food? But for who? A Consultation on Labelling The proposals for fairer food labelling within this consultation are intended to ensure greater transparency around the origin of food and methods of production. Although this has noble objectives it may well cause much greater costs and red tape as well as loss of flexibility within the food supply chain. Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
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