Latest News in the food Industry

17 Jan 2023

New guidelines replacing a product’s ‘sell-by' date with a ‘use-by’ date have entered into force in South Korea as the government tries to extend product shelf life and cut food waste.

16 Jan 2023

A group of environmental groups, led by ClientEarth, is suing Danone for failing to adhere to France’s duty of vigilance law through its use of single-use plastic and pollution.

9 Jan 2023

The packaging industry is looking to improve the sustainability of carton products by developing aluminium alternatives using fibre-based materials.

5 Jan 2023

Some baby and toddler food and drink products, sweetened with fruit concentrate, contain up to four teaspoons of sugar per serving yet are marketed as having ‘no added sugar’, according to a survey by Action on Sugar.

22 Dec 2022

US company Superfrau turns surplus whey into sustainable, upcycled-certified dairy products for the recovery drinks market.

8 Dec 2022

The latest Japanese functional food and drink trends put health and product efficacy firmly on the production agenda for new releases.

5 Dec 2022

Use of artificial trans fats in pre-packed processed foods will be restricted in the Philippines as the country looks to eliminate its consumption from other sources too.

23 Nov 2022

As consumers are hit by the cost-of-living crisis, retailers such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s in the UK and Target and Kroger in the US are rolling out various strategies to help people save money and reduce food waste.

22 Nov 2022

China is to ban celebrity endorsement or advertising of certain products, completely banning high profile figures with “lapsed morals” as the country attempts to drive society towards “core socialist values”.

15 Nov 2022

Global fungi protein manufacturers have formed the Fungi Protein Association (FPA), a trade body that promotes fungi as a sustainable protein in public policy and conducts consumer research on the ingredient.

19 Oct 2022

Manufacturers are formulating ice cream ranges with probiotics, protein, and plant-based ingredients to appeal to growing health and wellness demand.

6 Oct 2022

From omega-3 goat milk in the Netherlands to banana-flavoured cheese from China, the global dairy space is an exciting area full of new and innovative products which are constantly changing perceptions in the sector.