Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry
Regional: Europe
England to ban energy drinks for under 16, Sweden might be next
15 Oct 2026
England will ban the sale of energy drinks to minors in 2027 due to health concerns and overconsumption among children, with Sweden considering a similar ban.
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Brazil pushes forward on restricting ultra-processed foods
14 Oct 2026
The Brazilian government is pushing ahead with its proposal calling on the World Health Organization (WHO) to restrict the marketing of ultra-processed foods – a move causing a mixed response.
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Meet the finalists of the Fi Europe Innovation Awards 2026
14 Oct 2026
Which companies made the shortlist of the Fi Europe Innovation Awards 2026? Read on to find out who will be competing to win first prize in each category in November.
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EU considers extending mandatory country-of-origin labelling
13 Oct 2026
The EU is considering expanding mandatory country-of-origin labelling to more food categories, but the scope of the potential rules remains undefined.
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‘Irresponsible’ Huel advert banned in the UK
12 Oct 2026
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority has banned a video advert by Danone-owned meal replacement brand Huel for “irresponsible” marketing related to diets.
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More than half of the UK’s SACN advisors have food industry ties
8 Oct 2026
Of the 19 experts on the UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition, 11 have ties to the food industry. Industry professionals are split as to whether that is appropriate.
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Tesco restricts or bans over 100 additives in UPF reformulation response
7 Oct 2026
Consumer concerns over ultra-processed foods have led Tesco, one of the world’s largest supermarkets, to ban or restrict 114 additives from its own-brand products.
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UK biscuit maker pladis targets Chinese snack market for growth
6 Oct 2026
Pladis, the maker of iconic British biscuit brand McVitie’s, aims to boost disappointing profits by targeting China with products tailored to Chinese preferences.
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Goodbye greenwashing? EU ban on vague claims comes into force
5 Oct 2026
Food and drink brands must comply with EU anti-greenwashing rules that ban vague claims – but they do not have to stay silent on sustainability.
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Reinventing soda: Zero sugar, functional benefits, and new indulgence
30 Sep 2026
Zero-sugar, functional, and indulgent sodas are redefining what a carbonated soft drink can offer in today’s evolving market.
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The £10 ready meal opportunity: UK retail to see premium battle intensify
29 Sep 2026
Premium ready meal innovation – with high-end meals retailing for £10 (around €12) – is heating up in the UK. What are the stand-out attributes for a winning product?
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Industry-led accelerator Breakout Wellness UK seeking next big nutrition brand
28 Sep 2026
Startup accelerator programme Breakout Wellness UK is partnering with retail major Holland & Barrett to propel eleven extraordinary startups into growth.
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