Food Safety Ratings: Hertfordshire’s latest FSA hygiene scores show sharp swings, from Burger Mania’s 1/5 to multiple 5/5 venues like Aldi and Fry Days, with inspectors judging handling, cleanliness, and food-safety management. Regulatory Pressure: Karnataka has banned high-fat, sugar, and salt “junk food” sales within 50 metres of schools and colleges, backed by inspections and potential action under the Food Safety and Standards Act. Hospitality Enforcement Debate: In Maharashtra, hospitality groups are urging due process, warning against sudden licence suspensions during FDA enforcement drives without graduated corrective steps. Food Security & Policy: A new analysis argues China’s sustainable food transition hinges on aligning competing policies across production, environment, health, rural development, trade, and national food security. Ingredient Innovation: C16 Biosciences is launching Palmless Cocoa Butter Equivalent, aiming to stabilize chocolate performance and reduce supply and price volatility. Local Access to Food: Food Works will distribute fresh-produce vouchers at an Eldorado farmers market, boosting affordability while supporting local growers. Business & Retail: Asda and Food and Drink Wales roll out a supplier development programme to help Welsh companies improve compliance, marketing, and logistics. Dairy Expansion: Malaysia’s Jemaluang Dairy Valley is nearing its 2026 milk target and is building a processing plant for broader milk-based product launches.