In today's complex, globalised food supply chains, risk is a constant threat. From allergen mislabelling and pesticide residues to emerging fraud tactics and shifting regulations, the potential for disruption is significant - and growing. For food businesses under pressure to protect both brand and consumer, proactive risk intelligence is a necessity.
That’s where HorizonScan comes in.
Built by experts and trusted by industry leaders worldwide, HorizonScan provides daily, global updates on food safety and integrity issues. It empowers technical teams, procurement specialists, and supply chain managers with the insights they need to anticipate threats - before they reach their doorstep.
The Reality of Supply Chain Risk
Reactive approaches mean missed opportunities and rising costs. Proactive insight is what delivers a competitive advantage.
HorizonScan: Intelligence in Action
What makes HorizonScan different is its breadth, speed, and accessibility. Updated daily, it draws from over 100 global data sources, including government reports and food safety authorities. Users can search by commodity, hazard, country of origin, or supplier - pinpointing vulnerabilities with precision.Whether you're sourcing spices from India, berries from South America, or seafood from Southeast Asia, HorizonScan lets you:
- Track emerging risks before they affect your category
- Spot supplier issues as they happen - not months later
- Strengthen due diligence with data-backed insights
- Respond faster to customer queries, audits, and recalls
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Case Study: FSS Cracks Down on Tea Fraudster Exploiting Scottish Provenance Claims A Food Standards Scotland (FSS) investigation in May 2025 led to the conviction of a Scottish tea fraudster who systematically deceived both consumers and industry stakeholders by falsely marketing tea as being grown in Scotland. He defrauded luxury hotels and high-end retailers by claiming to supply premium, locally grown Scottish tea - despite the fact that the product was not of Scottish origin. In a further layer of deception, he misled a small network of legitimate Scottish tea growers by selling them plants under the false pretence that they were a unique, Scottish-grown variety, thereby undermining the credibility of Scotland’s emerging speciality tea sector. This case highlights the growing threat of food fraud, particularly in high-value niche markets where provenance and authenticity are key selling points. It also reinforces the importance of traceability and verification systems to protect producers, retailers, and consumers from fraudulent practices. Tools like HorizonScan are vital in this context, offering early intelligence on food fraud incidents and supply chain vulnerabilities, enabling businesses and regulators to detect anomalies, verify claims, and uphold the integrity of regional food branding. |
Designed for Real-World Use
HorizonScan isn’t just powerful - it’s practical. Its intuitive dashboard means users across departments can find the information they need, when they need it. Weekly email summaries ensure you never miss a trend. And because HorizonScan is constantly evolving, users benefit from ongoing updates and new features - all shaped by real industry feedback.
Tomorrow’s Risks Can’t Wait
In an era where reputational damage can spread faster than contamination, speed and foresight are everything. HorizonScan equips your team in identifying the risks others miss and give you the confidence to move ahead.
Your supply chain might be global. But your risk intelligence should be, too.
