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DAWN FARMS AND TMI FOODS WIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS

Posted on May 22, 2024June 5, 2024 by Orla McDonagh

We are delighted to report that the All Our Futures team at Dawn Farms and our sister company, TMI Foods, last week won the Environmental and Sustainability award at the British Sandwich Association Awards in London, The Sammies.

This award recognises our investment and achievements in scope 1&2 ghg emissions reductions by 24% in 2023, waste reductions by 25% in 2023, energy use reductions by 13% in 2023, water usage reductions by 18% in 2023, as well as our commitment to sustainable sourcing, biodiversity, animal welfare and community engagement.

As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves in fostering a culture that is underpinned by energy awareness, the environment and sustainability. We operate a unique approach to our projects, with a green lean lens across all of our endeavours. We are an equal opportunities and equal pay company, and women play an integral role in the management of the company. We question, we challenge, we innovate, and we strive to, quite simply, do things ‘better’.

We recognise that this is a continuous journey, and we continue to challenge ourselves to drive a better awareness and an even deeper cultural mindset of the environment, sustainability, gender balance, diversity, and representation across our business.

IMPORTANT: ENSURE YOU HAVE REPORTED PACKAGING EPR DATA BY 31ST MAY OR RISK ENFORCEMENT ACTION!

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Sarah Collison

The Government has published an updated list of companies that have reported packaging EPR data – available online here.

This list takes account of submissions up to 14 May 2024, and highlights a very significant number of companies missing from it, including many prominent large producers.

Defra have asked that we share the following link with members which contains the key information that obligated producers will need when submitting their packaging data: Report packaging data under the new EPR for Packaging regulations

Defra will continue to highlight this obligation via their social media accounts, throughout forums and newsletters.

They will also continue to publish and refresh weekly, a public list of the large producers who have submitted data.

Organisations that are obligated under the new EPR regulations must report their 2023 packaging data to the regulator no later than 31 May 2024. After this point, regulators may take enforcement action against them.

Failure to comply with regulatory requirements may result in enforcement by the regulators and we have learnt that there is absolutely no leeway beyond 31st May 2024 for any non-compliant obligated company to not be subject to some form of enforcement action. Enforcement actions include advice and guidance, a warning letter, a formal caution and in the last resort, prosecution.

If any company has issues, please contact the EPR Helpline on 0300 060 0002 or email EPRCustomerService@defra.gov.uk

WEBINAR TO INTRODUCE NEW GOVERNMENT UNIT ON TRADE SANCTIONS IMPLEMENTATION

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Sarah Collison

In December 2023, Government announced its intention to create a new unit within the Department for Business and Trade. – the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI).

The purpose of this new unit will be to improve the implementation and enforcement of trade controls and sanctions, including those against Russia. OTSI will support UK businesses in compliance with UK trade sanctions, investigate potential breaches, issue penalties, and where necessary refer cases to His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for criminal enforcement.

To support and facilitate a better understanding of what OTSI will do, and how they will work with their partners across Whitehall, the Department for Business and Trade are running a webinar on Thursday 30th May, 10:00-11:30 BST.

Please click the link below to register: Webinar:

‘Introduction to the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI)’

The key topics covered will include:

HMG’s trade sanctions strategy
Guidance & Outreach
Compliance and enforcement
Third country movements and circumvention

During the session you will have the opportunity to ask questions and raise any issues relevant to your sector. You can read more about OTSI here

BRAKES LAUNCHES WILDFARMED BREAD RANGE

Posted on May 15, 2024June 5, 2024 by clare.twiss@brake.co.uk

Brakes, the UK’s leading foodservice supplier, has launched a new range of products made using Wildfarmed flour, supporting a growing interest in natural, regenerative agriculture.

The breads have been made with wheat flour blend which includes Wildfarmed flour, which is produced using low input farming, with no pesticides, fungicides or herbicides used in growing the wheat.

The range, which is the result of a collaboration between Brakes, The Bread Factory, Speciality Breads and Wildfarmed, includes La Boulangerie burger buns, doughballs and bread rolls, as well as Wildfarmed branded artisan sourdough loaves, rolls, and burger buns, each offering a unique, rustic crust with richly complex flavours.

Brakes has also introduced a complementary range of Wildfarmed flour.

Biodiversity is at the heart of the Wildfarmed proposition, with varieties selected to suit companion planting with other crops. These can provide a secondary crop in the same field; increase natural habitats; protect or restore depleted soils; and also includes millions of pollinator flowers, which support a wide selection of wildlife, including bees. Wildfarmed is also helping to bring birds back into the countryside including partridge and woodcocks.

The Wildfarmed model produces less carbon, with the reduction of chemicals plus the Wildfarmed biology based-cropping techniques, meaning that it produces 2.8kg less CO2 per kg than conventional flour.

Paul Nieduszynski, CEO at Sysco GB, said, “At the heart of this partnership is a shared commitment to deliver sustainable, healthy, and flavoursome food production. Regenerative agriculture will be key for foodservice operators to cut the emissions of the food they serve, so we’re pleased to be leading the way with this fantastic range.

“Our partnership introduces an exclusive range of artisanal bread products, combining The Bread Factory’s baking expertise with Wildfarmed’s responsibly grown flours, and bringing it within the reach of thousands of chefs through the Brakes’ network.”

BUSINESS COMMUNITY INVITED TO SUPPORT CHARITY BALL

Posted on May 15, 2024June 5, 2024 by hayley.smith@oakland-international.com

The Oakland Foundation, a children’s charity, will benefit from a Charity Ball to be held on Saturday, September 28th, at the Crowne Plaza, Stratford-Upon-Avon.

An evening of music, fun and fundraising all to support a worthy cause and hosted by family business and total supply chain solutions provider Oakland International, the evening will include dinner, music, a silent auction and raffle, and lots more, with all proceeds raised used for a range of programmes and projects where Oakland International is an integral part of the community.

Peter Vaughan, a Trustee of the Oakland Foundation, said: “We aim to partner with more businesses and strengthen our existing connections to advance and expand the charity’s work throughout England and Wales and we do hope businesses will join us and have a great time.

“Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of so many children and families in need.”

All funds raised through business sponsorship and ticket sales will be used for grants to support programmes and targeted initiatives in education, health and nutrition, and sport for children.

Added Peter: “We are delighted to have secured our headline sponsors and we’re delighted so many businesses are planning to join us at the Ball and help raise awareness and essential funds for the charity which will then be used to support children and young people undertaking various programmes and activities in schools and the community.”

For more information about the work of the charity visit: www.oakland-foundation.com

BEST BRITISH SUPPLIERS TO BRITAIN’S FAVOURITE BLT’S

Posted on May 15, 2024May 15, 2024 by Orla McDonagh

In a recent poll (Metro UK) the BLT was crowned the UK’s favourite sandwich for 2024, proving that classic fillings still reign supreme, with bacon, lettuce, and tomato between thick slices of bread, coming up trumps.

At TMI Foods, cooked bacon is what we do best. Slowly smoked and cured to perfection, our fully cooked, ready-to-eat bacon is available in a wide range of formats and flavour profiles, natural smoke and flavoured cures, and various cook levels (light, medium, dark, and very dark), saving time, energy, and labour. Talk to us today: info@tmifoods.co.uk or visit: Bacon – TMI Foods

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