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Danish Crown’s ‘climate-controlled’ claim misleading, court finds

Danish Crown’s ‘climate-controlled’ claim misleading, court finds

20 Mar 2024

Leading EU pork producer Danish Crown has been found guilty of greenwashing by misleading consumers with marketing claims about its “climate-controlled” pork and “climate-friendly” production.

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Food ingredients drive growth in beauty supplements

Food ingredients drive growth in beauty supplements

15 Mar 2024

As Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido partners with a food ingredient supplier for the launch of its “inner wellness” division, food-based extracts are playing a defining part in beauty-from-within supplement launches in Asia and beyond.

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Exploring the future of health and wellness retail at Vitafoods Europe

Exploring the future of health and wellness retail at Vitafoods Europe

14 Mar 2024

With retail-focussed content sessions, buyer networking, and finished product tasting sessions, this year’s Vitafoods Europe offers a not-to-be-missed opportunity for retailers to up their health and wellness game.

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Tesco trials first ever menopause-dedicated retail space

Tesco trials first ever menopause-dedicated retail space

13 Mar 2024

The growing awareness about how the menopause can affect women’s health has prompted a slew of bespoke supplement and beauty products. Tesco has become the first major retailer to trial a dedicated menopause-friendly retail space.

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EU Parliament supports loosening of regulations for NGT Plants

EU Parliament supports loosening of regulations for NGT Plants

22 Feb 2024

After voting in favour of the European Commission's proposal to ease restrictions for some plants produced by new genomic techniques (NGTs), the European Parliament is ready to start negotiations with EU member states on the final law.

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EU proposes import limits for Ukrainian poultry, egg and sugar to calm protesting farmers

EU proposes import limits for Ukrainian poultry, egg and sugar to calm protesting farmers

14 Feb 2024

The European Commission has proposed measures to limit agricultural imports such as poultry, eggs and sugar from Ukraine in efforts to appease protesting farmers in France and other EU members.

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EU backtracks on food and farming sustainability targets

EU backtracks on food and farming sustainability targets

13 Feb 2024

A European Commission proposal has recommended a 90% net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) by 2040 but has dropped original references to the role of agriculture and dietary changes in achieving this.

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‘Not for EU’ label signals confusion and extra costs

‘Not for EU’ label signals confusion and extra costs

6 Feb 2024

With affordability, variety, and choice paramount in today’s uncertain landscape, concerns exist around the UK’s “Not for EU” label.

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Confectionery wars: Italian artisans battle Swiss firm Lindt over chocolate recipe

Confectionery wars: Italian artisans battle Swiss firm Lindt over chocolate recipe

18 Jan 2024

Italian artisan chocolate makers are going head-to-head with the Swiss confection giant Lindt over gianduiotto, a delicacy from Turin that is the subject of heated discussion over its ingredients.

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Unleashing the power of plants at Fi Europe’s New Product Zone

Unleashing the power of plants at Fi Europe’s New Product Zone

5 Jan 2024

In the diverse landscape of plant-based innovation, Fi Europe 2023's New Product Zone spotlighted ten plant-based ingredients, tailored to meet the rising demand for sustainable and delicious options.

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Fi Europe’s New Product Zone elevates the nutrition of everyday indulgences

Fi Europe’s New Product Zone elevates the nutrition of everyday indulgences

22 Dec 2023

At Fi Europe 2023's New Product Zone, eight health ingredients, each offering an enhanced nutritional profile of various products, were on display. These ingredients address the evolving needs of the food and beverage industry and cater to consumers se...

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Fi Europe’s New Product Zone explores fresh possibilities with five natural ingredients

Fi Europe’s New Product Zone explores fresh possibilities with five natural ingredients

20 Dec 2023

Fi Europe 2023's New Product Zone unveils five natural ingredients, each catering to the growing demand for clean products and embodying ethical and sustainable choices for today's conscious consumers.

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