Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry
Regional: Europe
China bets big on AI to ‘reshape’ the global agri-food system
10 Nov 2026
Leveraging AI is part of the Chinese government’s six-point consensus to deliver on its agri-food ambitions.
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What does Toblerone’s shape lawsuit mean for challenger brands?
9 Nov 2026
Mondelēz has sued a vegan chocolate brand over the shape of its bar. Two IP lawyers explain what this kind of case means for brands building around distinctive shapes.
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Could dropping several products make an entire food portfolio healthier and more sustainable?
5 Nov 2026
Researchers found that for some UK food manufacturers, swapping 10% or less of product lines could deliver more than 50% of potential nutritional quality or sustainability gains.
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How manufacturers can reduce food loss in factory operations
4 Nov 2026
Small factory inefficiencies can send valuable ingredients down the drain, resulting in losses and prompting the sector to audit its waste-reduction methods. What solutions exist?
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UK private label market ‘at its strongest yet’
2 Nov 2026
The UK's private label market is strong, but future success relies on smart own-label product design, innovative launches, and strong storytelling, says a marketing expert.
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Organic for all: European retailers expand organic ranges and cut prices
29 Oct 2026
The organic category has “huge potential” in the UK, says premium retailer M&S, as Lidl also expands its range and reduces prices in Denmark.
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‘Competent but less caring’: How do EU consumers rate food manufacturers?
28 Oct 2026
European consumers score food manufacturers 52% on competence, but only 40% on care, according to a survey by EIT Food.
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Pressure grows on UK-EU SPS deal that promises price drops
27 Oct 2026
A new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement could cut red tape and reduce costs, reviving agri-food trade between the UK and EU – but there are headaches on the horizon.
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The CBD market in Europe: A challenging regulatory picture
26 Oct 2026
Despite a recent novel food approval, the landscape for CBD in Europe is challenging – and with the UK set to align with EU safety rules, could the end be in sight for high-dose British CBD products?
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Whey protein production struggles to keep pace with demand
22 Oct 2026
Despite high whey protein prices and strong demand, growing production pressures are prompting questions about pricing sustainability, processing capacity, and alternative dairy options.
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Manufacturers face volatility as food prices near four-year high
21 Oct 2026
Commodity pressures are mounting with the Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) Food Price Index reaching its highest level since 2022.
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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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