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How biotechnology is developing novel ingredients of the future

How biotechnology is developing novel ingredients of the future

29 Apr 2025

Fermented ingredients have the potential to change the food sector at a more rapid pace than once thought, a report by global management consultancy McKinsey suggests.

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Chinese consumers show strong interest in new plant milk types

Chinese consumers show strong interest in new plant milk types

28 Apr 2025

Chinese consumers are prioritising taste and health benefits when purchasing plant milks, with growing interest in ingredients such as nuts, grains, and tubers.

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Could the US manufacturing space benefit from simplified food laws?

Could the US manufacturing space benefit from simplified food laws?

25 Apr 2025

Following a US ban on artificial food dyes, research examines the US food manufacturing and regulatory landscape.

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Plant-based foods face uncertain future

Plant-based foods face uncertain future

23 Apr 2025

Volatility and uncertainty in the plant-based food sector are making innovation and investment vulnerable, leaving manufacturers concerned for the future of their brands and products.

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How will changing EU packaging rules affect the food and beverage industry?

How will changing EU packaging rules affect the food and beverage industry?

17 Apr 2025

Food and beverage manufacturers operating in the European Union (EU) face significant packaging changes following the introduction of the updated Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

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What are the latest global pet food trends?

What are the latest global pet food trends?

16 Apr 2025

Pet owners want functional food that prioritises their pets’ health and wellbeing, according to research from market insights provider Innova.

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Most US consumers favour food is medicine programmes

Most US consumers favour food is medicine programmes

15 Apr 2025

Researchers have carried out the first national perception survey into Americans’ perceptions of food is medicine programmes and their impact on overall healthcare.

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Why is freeze-dried candy taking off in 2025?

Why is freeze-dried candy taking off in 2025?

14 Apr 2025

Freeze-dried candy, with its novel texture and intense flavour, is captivating candy lovers across the globe. Brands are listening, launching freeze-dried twists of classic products, and even the more bizarre, like ice-cream sandwiches.

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Business charter aims to increase female representation in food industry

Business charter aims to increase female representation in food industry

9 Apr 2025

Industry insiders have developed a Food Business Charter to raise the number of women working throughout the global food and beverage (F&B) industry.

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Value is a top priority for today’s F&B consumers

Value is a top priority for today’s F&B consumers

3 Apr 2025

Research from global consultancy Hartman Group suggests there are six core values that brands must tap into to connect with consumers’ needs.

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Lidl GB debuts on TikTok Shop with high-protein foods promotion

Lidl GB debuts on TikTok Shop with high-protein foods promotion

2 Apr 2025

Lidl GB has become the first UK grocery retailer to sell on TikTok Shop, with its limited edition run of high-protein bundles selling out in under 20 minutes.

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Make plant-based meat ‘tastier and more affordable’ to fight climate change

Make plant-based meat ‘tastier and more affordable’ to fight climate change

31 Mar 2025

The UK’s Climate Change Committee is calling for tastier, more affordable plant-based meat offerings as part of measures to counteract the nation’s environmental impact.

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