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Regional: Europe

PAN calls for ban after ‘forever chemicals’ found in UK food

26 Apr 2024

Campaign group Pesticide Action Network (PAN) found PFAS pesticides, or ‘forever chemicals’, in over half of the samples of British produce it tested – but the UK government says strict limits are in place.

Innova research highlights how floral flavours are having a moment

22 Apr 2024

Florals are among the most desirable flavours for global consumers right now, a trend that is tied to their association with health and nutritional properties.

US legislative push to ban 7 food additives in schools

17 Apr 2024

Proposed legislation would prohibit the use of seven additives – six artificial colours and titanium dioxide – in food and drink served in US state schools.

Retailers must do more to promote healthy eating

12 Apr 2024

UK retailers could play an even bigger role in helping consumers to make healthier food choices, according to Nesta, an innovation agency targeting social good.

Portugal officially adopts NutriScore

10 Apr 2024

Portugal has adopted the NutriScore as its official – but voluntary – front-of-pack nutrition label to promote healthy eating, with researchers calling this “a great victory for science and public health”.

R3PACK Consortium backs BPA ban

9 Apr 2024

The EU-funded research project, R3PACK, urges a ban on Bisphenol A (BPA) and calls for rigorous rules, promoting transparency and prioritising health and the environment.

Germany releases new nutrition guidelines

5 Apr 2024

The German Society for Nutrition (DGE) publishes its latest dietary guidelines, focusing more on plant-based foods and highlighting health and sustainability.

KoRo’s limited edition pistachio-packed waffle delivers balanced indulgence

26 Mar 2024

Natural food brand KoRo’s special edition vegan waffle crafted with 45% pistachios, stands as a healthy yet indulgent snack, embracing the nutritious appeal of nuts.

‘Miffy eats the rainbow’: Tips to market fruit and vegetables to kids

25 Mar 2024

Using a playful and colourful approach with storytelling can encourage children to try new varieties of fruit and vegetables, according to an ongoing Wageningen University study called ‘Miffy eats the rainbow’.

The European natural products retail market still holds plenty of growth potential

22 Mar 2024

With the European retail landscape for natural products divided up among many players, market intelligence provider Kantar shares some insights on how different countries in the region compare and where the opportunities lie.

Are brands ready for new USDA organic food rules?

21 Mar 2024

The US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Strengthening Organic Enforcement rule will come into force on 19 March, with the aim of protecting consumers by preventing fraud in the organic supply chain. Are organic producers and brands ready?

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.