Latest News in the food Industry
Regional: Europe
Japanese-inspired umami products expand into global consumer markets
17 May 2024
Brands are responding to shoppers' interest in cooking ingredients with deep flavours, by launching new products that emphasise umami-rich flavours inspired by Japanese cuisine.
Read moreThe UK considers new food labelling requirements
29 Apr 2024
The UK government is carrying out a consultation on “fairer and clearer” food labelling designed to provide transparency to consumers and support farmers by recognising their products.
Read morePAN calls for ban after ‘forever chemicals’ found in UK food
26 Apr 2024
Campaign group Pesticide Action Network (PAN) found PFAS pesticides, or ‘forever chemicals’, in over half of the samples of British produce it tested – but the UK government says strict limits are in place.
Read moreInnova research highlights how floral flavours are having a moment
22 Apr 2024
Florals are among the most desirable flavours for global consumers right now, a trend that is tied to their association with health and nutritional properties.
Read moreUS legislative push to ban 7 food additives in schools
17 Apr 2024
Proposed legislation would prohibit the use of seven additives – six artificial colours and titanium dioxide – in food and drink served in US state schools.
Read moreRetailers must do more to promote healthy eating
12 Apr 2024
UK retailers could play an even bigger role in helping consumers to make healthier food choices, according to Nesta, an innovation agency targeting social good.
Read morePortugal officially adopts NutriScore
10 Apr 2024
Portugal has adopted the NutriScore as its official – but voluntary – front-of-pack nutrition label to promote healthy eating, with researchers calling this “a great victory for science and public health”.
Read moreR3PACK Consortium backs BPA ban
9 Apr 2024
The EU-funded research project, R3PACK, urges a ban on Bisphenol A (BPA) and calls for rigorous rules, promoting transparency and prioritising health and the environment.
Read moreGermany releases new nutrition guidelines
5 Apr 2024
The German Society for Nutrition (DGE) publishes its latest dietary guidelines, focusing more on plant-based foods and highlighting health and sustainability.
Read moreKoRo’s limited edition pistachio-packed waffle delivers balanced indulgence
26 Mar 2024
Natural food brand KoRo’s special edition vegan waffle crafted with 45% pistachios, stands as a healthy yet indulgent snack, embracing the nutritious appeal of nuts.
Read more‘Miffy eats the rainbow’: Tips to market fruit and vegetables to kids
25 Mar 2024
Using a playful and colourful approach with storytelling can encourage children to try new varieties of fruit and vegetables, according to an ongoing Wageningen University study called ‘Miffy eats the rainbow’.
Read moreThe European natural products retail market still holds plenty of growth potential
22 Mar 2024
With the European retail landscape for natural products divided up among many players, market intelligence provider Kantar shares some insights on how different countries in the region compare and where the opportunities lie.
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