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MeliBio’s ‘bee-free’ honey to hit the European market
8 Apr 2024
MeliBio, a startup developing honey without bees, rolls out its first plant-based sweetener products to the European market in partnership with Slovenian food maker Narayan.
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Germany 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.
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Limiting trans fats in Kenyan food products could prevent heart disease
4 Apr 2024
Implementing trans fat restrictions in Kenya could bring about significant health and economic benefits, saving lives and reducing healthcare costs, study finds.
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Meal kits offer convenience, but do they deliver nutritionally?
3 Apr 2024
A study examining the vegetable content of meal kit subscription services finds significant variations in quantity per serving, presenting an opportunity for brands to enhance their offerings with more veggies.
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Beyond Burger’s clean-label recipe revamp
2 Apr 2024
Following annual revenue and profit losses, plant-based leader Beyond Burger has updated its ingredient list, adding avocado oil for a healthier fat profile and removing “unnecessary” ingredients.
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Ground cinnamon’s lead levels trigger FDA call for more stringent testing
28 Mar 2024
Following the discovery of elevated lead levels in ground cinnamon, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked cinnamon processers to be more vigilant about testing to ensure that supplies of the spice comply with health and safety regulations...
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Cocoa prices likely to increase significantly in 2024
27 Mar 2024
Due to environmental factors, the International Cocoa Organization predicts an 11% drop in global cocoa output, driving cocoa prices up and raising concerns for farmers' livelihoods.
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KoRo’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.
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‘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’.
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The 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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Are brands ready for new USDA organic food rules?
21 Mar 2024
The US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Strengthening Organic Enforcement rule will come into force on 19 March, with the aim of protecting consumers by preventing fraud in the organic supply chain. Are organic producers and brands ready?
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Danish Crown’s ‘climate-controlled’ claim misleading, court finds
20 Mar 2024
Leading EU pork producer Danish Crown has been found guilty of greenwashing by misleading consumers with marketing claims about its “climate-controlled” pork and “climate-friendly” production.
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