Publications

Into the light

Into the Light

Guidance notes for outer case labelling of manufacturers’ branded frozen products in the foodservice supply chain.

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WORK AT HEIGHT EQUIPMENT GUIDANCE FOR COLD STORES

This guidance supports the industry in their selection of work at height equipment by outlining a hierarchy of the alternatives available. It also includes some examples of elements to consider in developing a safe system of work for the operation of lift truck and non-integrated working platform combinations. This guidance has been developed following full consultation with the HSE and is supplementary to existing HSE Guidance note PM28.

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Sensory Comparison of Frozen Food and Fresh Food

 

New 'Sensory Comparison' research conducted with 32 top chefs has confirmd that the taste and texture of  frozen foods is as good as - and sometimes superior to - 'fresh'.  Performed by the Manchester Food Research Centre (MFRC), the research highlighted that there was no statistically significant difference in overall ratings between frozen and ‘fresh’ foodstuffs commonly used in UK pubs, restaurants and hotels.

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Frozen Foods – Use & Nutritional Acceptability in Primary School Lunch Provision Report

A new scientific report on school lunches has debunked the common assumption that ‘fresh’ food has greater nutritional value than frozen.  Please click the link below to view the full report.  If you wish to receive a copy of the appendices (file size 13MB) please email hazelcranidge [at] bfff [dot] co [dot] uk to receive a postal copy.

BFFF Cost Comparison Study

New research commissioned by BFFF, conducted by the Manchester Food Research Centre, has confirmed that frozen food could save the foodservice industry millions of pounds a year.   Please click the link below to view the Cost Comparison Study Report.

Improving The Energy Efficiency Of The Cold Chain

A BFFF project funded by The Carbon Trust which investigates improving the energy efficiency of the cold chain.  The report detailing the project and the findings is now available by clicking on the link below.