2 June 2023 Blog Food and Agri Update – Friday 2 June 2023 Price caps, extended producer responsibility and deposit return schemes all examined. African Swine Flu and new technology and welfare grants from EFSA and DEFRA. Plus the ASA upheld complaints on health claims in food supplements and alcohol marketing re representation of under 25 year old and irresponsible advertising. Finally an open letter from the CMA to the food sector. Share this article Bookmark this page 6 min read
26 May 2023 Blog Food and Agri Update - Friday 26 May Wine & welfare edition - Defra publishes consultation to overhaul the wine sector. Single use plastic legislation guidance published. Dairy & meat defined names and use for plant based alternatives. Kept Animals Bill scrapped. Frankenchicken case rejected by High Court. Co-op opts to lower max stocking density for chickens rather than change type of birds due to cost implications showing there is a range of measures available re welfare. FSA launches 'Here to help hub'. ASA rules on lifestyle supplement and health claims and £1.9mn fine for health & safety fatal accident in transport yard. Share this article Bookmark this page 12 min read
26 May 2023 Blog Major Defra Consultation on GB Wine Sector Defra consultation on wide ranging measures to revise and consolidate legislation for the wine sector Share this article Bookmark this page 8 min read
19 May 2023 Blog Food & Agri Update - Friday 19 May Food Supply edition! A look at the Downing Street Summit and summary of measures announced. The Competition & Markets Authority announces a review of the grocery sector. The House of Lords moves to restrict ministerial powers to revoke or amend laws on food safety. Ireland challenged on further alcohol labelling. Food waste and collection an overview on measures coming into force. ASA crackdown on carbon neutral claims, what to be aware of. Finally, bird flu and modern slavery update. Share this article Bookmark this page 12 min read