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Punishment Juice: M&S criticised over ‘irresponsible’ marketing
24 Jul 2025
Marks & Spencer has attracted criticism for its marketing of a vegetable and spirulina cold-pressed drink as Punishment Juice, with commentators labelling it “irresponsible” and “harmful”.
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The dye is cast: Major US food brands commit to phasing out synthetic colours
21 Jul 2025
Major confectionery companies have pledged to eliminate petroleum-based colours by 2027. Yet with 19% of packaged foods containing synthetic dye, will industry leaders follow through on their commitments?
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Fast food goes premium
15 Jul 2025
As consumers seek convenience, quality, and familiar fast-food favourites with a premium twist, producers can tap into this trend with novel at-home product creations.
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PepsiCo feels the heat as drinks giant cools its climate targets
3 Jul 2025
PepsiCo has become the latest global food and beverage manufacturer to attract criticism for changing a number of its environmental goals.
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Coca-Cola accused of ‘sportswashing’ amid FIFA sponsorship storm
30 Jun 2025
Doctors and health campaigners are calling for football's governing body, FIFA, to drop Coca-Cola as a 2025 Club World Cup sponsor, accusing the multinational of “sportswashing”.
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World Food Safety Day shines a spotlight on science
19 Jun 2025
On 7 June, the World Health Organization (WHO) held its annual World Food Safety Day, highlighting the role scientific research and innovation play in supporting consumers’ health.
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Compostable packaging claims rubbished by regulator
9 Jun 2025
Compostable coffee capsule ads from brands including Dualit and Lavazza Coffee have been banned after the UK’s advertising watchdog deemed them to be "misleading".
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How will US ban on artificial dyes impact global F&B brands?
20 May 2025
As the US prepares to ban synthetic colourings from the food and beverage (F&B) industry, what will the impact be for brands in Europe and beyond?
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Grocery retail shows cautious optimism and stabilisation
15 May 2025
Health and functionality, personalisation, convenience, advancing technologies, and sustainability dominate the grocery retail landscape and the shoppers of the future.
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Bisphenol A packaging ban brings challenges and concerns
14 May 2025
A ban on bisphenol A (BPA), as well as other bisphenols used in so-called “food contact materials” (FCMs), came into force across the EU in January. What happens now?
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US snack purchases fall as tariffs and inflation drive indulgence cutbacks
9 May 2025
US consumers are reducing their snack purchases as (fears of) tariffs and sustained inflation drive up food costs and force households to prioritise spending.
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How can brands navigate US tariffs on sugar alternatives?
7 May 2025
US tariffs on monk fruit and stevia may push food and beverage brands to rethink their sugar reduction strategies.
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