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DEFRA urged to protect food supply chain from growing threats
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Fusion42 · 5 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The National Audit Office urges DEFRA to improve coordination with industry, households, and communities to bolster the UK food supply chain against extreme weather, cyber threats, and disease. The report highlights increasing risks and the need for stronger resilience measures and legal preparedness for severe disruptions.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Foodtech.
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You face new regulatory focus on food supply safeguards as DEFRA ramps up resilience planning and legal powers. Engage now with DEFRA initiatives to shape support and prepare your operations for stronger government-backed risk management.
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