Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry
Product launches & NPD
HFSS product placement regulation hits unhealthy food displays
6 Mar 2025
The proportion of space used to display HFSS foods in UK supermarkets fell following the introduction of regulations restricting the location of product promotions, research shows.
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Smaller snack sizes represent big growth opportunity for PepsiCo
5 Mar 2025
Brands are responding to consumer demand for healthier products by developing classic snacks in smaller portion sizes, meaning fewer calories, lower sodium, and lower fat.
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Marks & Spencer brings ‘brain foods’ to the retail space
3 Mar 2025
Marks & Spencer is capitalising on increased consumer interest in “brain food” with the launch of a new product range designed to support cognitive health.
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F&B industry hit with fresh greenwashing claims
26 Feb 2025
The food and beverage (F&B) industry is under fresh scrutiny amid claims of greenwashing, with Arla the latest company in the firing line.
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Protein diversification: A massive missed market?
20 Feb 2025
Germany and the UK could be missing out on the massive market for alternative meats and proteins, with one new coalition calling for an end to the “steak-tofu struggle”.
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Have scientists discovered a new tool to measure UPFs?
19 Feb 2025
Researchers have developed a new scoring system and database, compiling over 50,000 food items, of which over 1,000 are classified as ultra-processed.
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Singapore explores farmland-free food production
17 Feb 2025
Researchers discover new technology replicating on-farm food production conditions from within the indoor lab environment.
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Most consumers lack trust in AI, but supplement users are ready to embrace the technology
14 Feb 2025
A survey of UK and US consumers found that most supplement users are willing to let AI make decisions on their behalf, but they also demand greater transparency.
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Leading regulatory updates in Asia in 2025
7 Feb 2025
As we head into 2025, numerous legislators around Asia are suggesting and solidifying legal updates and changes that will impact the food and beverage space.
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RSPO prepares for next stage of sustainable palm oil production
6 Feb 2025
The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), a global standards and governance body, is advocating for stronger regulations and frameworks, and taking action to plug supply chain and traceability interruptions.
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Singapore introduces Food Safety and Security Bill
3 Feb 2025
Amid growing food safety concerns and supply chain disruptions, the Singapore Food Agency passes its Food Safety and Security Bill (FSSB) to provide greater clarity, assurance, and credibility.
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Entries open for inaugural Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards
29 Jan 2025
Entries are open for the inaugural Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards, celebrating the ingredients, finished products, partnerships, and initiatives redefining the nutraceutical landscape.
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