August 31, 2026 Food News | The Yum Pandemic

Features

Aug 31, 2026 · Feature

After the quake, Japan’s label reprieve becomes a test of trust

Japan’s August 31, 2026 labelling reprieve shows how food systems bend under disaster pressure, but the harder question is how far emergency flexibility can go before confidence frays.

Industry Watch

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Business Africa

South Africa Extends UAE Meat Export Deadline

Livestock producers have more time to meet compliance rules for red meat exports to the UAE.

Aug 31, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Packaging Labelling Confusion as PPWR Begins

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation is now active, yet critical details regarding labelling remain missing.

Aug 31, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Hormel Retail Volume Slumps

Commodity turkey and private label snack nuts weighed on Hormel Foods during the third quarter.

Aug 31, 2026 · FDI Forum

Nulogy Set for PPMA 2026

Manufacturing software provider Nulogy will present its latest smart factory and quality compliance tools at the upcoming PPMA Show.

Aug 31, 2026 · FDI Forum

Amcor brings packaging innovations to Stockholm

The packaging producer will display its latest food and beverage solutions at the Empack event.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Heineken expands Swiss brewing

The beverage giant is modernising its manufacturing footprint with a new brewery in Switzerland.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Safety News

UK pesticide advisory group closes

The Expert Committee on Pesticide Residues in Food has held its final meeting after providing guidance on food surveillance.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Safety News

FDA Updates Import Alerts for Foreign Foods

The US Food and Drug Administration has modified its import alerts to better enforce safety regulations on various food categories.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Safety News

FDA Issues Warnings Over Supplier Paperwork

Three food importers have been flagged by the FDA for failing to maintain required foreign supplier documentation.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Safety News

Rise in Foodborne Outbreaks in Poland

Recent data indicates an increase in food safety incidents, with Salmonella identified as the primary cause.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Safety News

Walmart Mangoes Recalled Over Salmonella Fears

Panorama Produce has issued a recall for mangoes sold across four US states due to potential contamination.

Aug 31, 2026 · Food Safety News

New Food Safety Toolkit for Irish Firms

Food Drink Ireland has launched a comprehensive guide to help manufacturers prevent and manage food safety incidents.

Culture & Dining

Aug 31, 2026 · The Grocer

Starbucks UK introduces autumn matcha twist

A new Iced Apple Crumble Matcha Latte has joined the seasonal menu in the UK.

Daily Digest

Aug 31, 2026 · Just Food

US Iceberg Lettuce Outbreak Spreads

Health officials report that a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has reached more states.

Aug 31, 2026 · The Grocer

Asda Returns to Growth

The supermarket has recorded its first sales increase in two years.

Aug 31, 2026 · The Grocer

Winnie the Pooh arrives at Morrisons

New themed fruit packs are launching to mark the centenary of the classic children's stories.

Aug 31, 2026 · Just Food

Canada Removes Seafood From US Tariff List

Fish and seafood products have been excluded from Canada's planned retaliatory tariffs on American goods.

Aug 31, 2026 · The Grocer

Aldi and Asda Volume Sales Diverge

New data reveals a different perspective on the performance of Aldi and Asda.

Aug 31, 2026 · Salon Food

Wild Flavours on the Ghan

Passengers on Australia's iconic rail journey can now sample native ingredients including crocodile and kangaroo.

Aug 31, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Japan Eases Food Labelling Rules After Earthquake

The Japanese government has granted a labelling reprieve for food products in regions impacted by the Kumamoto Earthquake.