Author: Scott Dylan

Arla Foods has firmly dismissed circulating claims about its methane-reducing cow feed as misinformation, reassuring the public of its safety.Arla Foods has recently come under scrutiny following its announcement of a partnership with major retailers Tesco, Aldi, and Morrisons. This collaboration aims to trial a methane-reducing feed, Bovaer, across 30 farms. The feed is designed to lower enteric methane emissions from cows by an average of 27%, a significant step in promoting sustainability.Despite the project’s environmental promise, there has been a wave of concern expressed on social media. Some individuals questioned the feed’s safety, with accusations linking it to potential…

Arla Foods has addressed online claims questioning the safety of its methane-reducing feed additive, Bovaer, labelling the allegations as ‘false misinformation.’In recent developments, Arla Foods has found itself at the centre of a controversy regarding its Bovaer feed additive, which is designed to reduce methane emissions from cows. This followed the company’s collaboration with several major retailers, including Tesco, Aldi, and Morrisons, aiming to curb emissions sustainably. Arla has firmly dismissed circulating online claims suggesting that the feed poses risks to both humans and cattle, calling them ‘completely false misinformation.’The project, which will see the feed trialled on 30 Arla…

Carlsberg has officially concluded its withdrawal from the Russian market following the endorsement of its asset sale to local enterprise VG Invest.In a notable development, Carlsberg has successfully extricated itself from Russia by finalising the sale of its interests in Baltika Breweries to VG Invest, a local enterprise. The deal, totalling 34 billion roubles (£252.5 million), received the green light from both Danish and Russian authorities, signifying the end of Carlsberg’s operations in the region. This move marks a significant shift in the brewing industry landscape in Russia, where Baltika Breweries was a dominant force with approximately 30% market share.This…

Boohoo Group takes significant steps towards financial stability by repaying £50 million of its term loan.The repayment was funded through an oversubscribed placing and inventory reduction strategies.Founder Carol Kane increases her stake by purchasing a substantial amount of shares.The Kamani family injects additional funds into the company to support growth initiatives.The company embarks on business review efforts, following a leadership change.Boohoo Group has announced a noteworthy repayment of £50 million from its £97 million term loan. This move is part of an effort to streamline operations and stabilise finances, ensuring a resilient future. The repayment is possible due to an…

A promising fashion graduate is set to revolutionise hospital patient experience.Olivia Burns, born with a heart condition, develops practical hospital gowns.Innovate UK and Santander support Olivia’s sustainable patient wear business.Upcoming pitch at TiE Global Summit could elevate her brand, Hypoplas.Olivia’s designs aim to improve patient comfort and dignity while reducing environmental impact.Olivia Burns, a 25-year-old with a congenital heart defect, has utilised her personal experiences to innovate within the healthcare sector. From Cheshire, and a graduate from Manchester Metropolitan University, Olivia is transforming patient care with her new enterprise, Hypoplas. Her creation of sustainable, cost-effective hospital gowns is set to…

Discover a wide range of categories at the 2025 STEM Marketing Awards, offering recognition for exceptional marketing in STEM.The awards highlight creativity, innovation, and impact across digital, PR, and social media marketing strategies.Categories include Best Social Impact Campaign, Best Use of Content Marketing, and Young Marketer of the Year.Entries are open until 20 January 2025, with opportunities for both new and seasoned marketers to gain recognition.An independent panel of experts will evaluate submissions based on creativity and effectiveness in the rapidly evolving STEM sector.The 2025 STEM Marketing Awards provide a platform for recognising a diverse array of achievements within the…

France’s ‘Choose France’ campaign targets UK businesses amid high tax concerns.Full-page adverts appeared in major UK newspapers following Labour’s Budget announcement.Adverts highlight attractive investment opportunities in France with high-profile figures.Campaign initially launched by Macron aims to draw global businesses to France.International competition for business investments is intensifying, necessitating strategic positioning.The ‘Choose France’ campaign, an initiative by the French government, has been prominently featured in major UK newspapers, including The Times and the Financial Times. This strategic move follows the Labour Party’s recent Budget announcement, which introduced tax increases expected to affect UK businesses. The campaign aims to position France as…

A new platform called Darta has launched to turn running data into unique art pieces.Darta was created by Darren Hughes, who combines his passion for running and technology.The platform offers an alternative to traditional medals, creating art from personal running data.Darta utilises recent advancements in AI technology to offer diverse and creative styles.Users can choose how they want their art printed, making it a personal celebration of their efforts.Today marks the launch of Darta, a creative platform aiming to transform running data into personalised art. Based in Manchester, this service allows runners to commemorate their accomplishments with distinctive pieces of…

France has launched the ‘Choose France’ campaign targeting UK businesses.Ads have appeared in major UK newspapers like The Times and the Financial Times.The campaign responds to challenges posed by the UK’s recent Budget.Prominent figures are featured to highlight France’s appeal for investment.France aims to boost its international image and draw foreign investments.France has taken a bold step in seeking to attract UK businesses through its ‘Choose France’ campaign, now prominently featured in major British newspapers, including The Times and the Financial Times. This move comes in the wake of the UK’s recent Budget announcement, which has introduced a challenging tax…

Aldi is making strides in reducing food waste by offering early reservations for its surplus food bags through the Too Good To Go app, aimed at providing customers with greater flexibility during the festive season.Shoppers can now reserve a surprise bag from Aldi’s surplus through the Too Good To Go app up to five days in advance, a move intended to offer convenience amid the festive rush. This means that bags for Christmas Eve will be available to order from 19 December, and those for New Year’s Eve can be secured from 27 December. Each ‘Surprise Bag’ is priced at…