Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry
Regulatory
Don’t be confused by reporting of ‘that’ Oatly ‘milk’ decision
26 Mar 2026
Plant-based milk manufacturer Oatly has lost its long legal battle with the UK dairy industry over the use of the term ‘milk’ in some of its marketing.
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FDA broadens scope for ‘no artificial colours’ claim
23 Mar 2026
US food brands can now make a “no artificial colours” claim when using petroleum-free colours – even if the colourings they do use are manufactured synthetically.
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EU to ban 31 meat names for plant-based foods
19 Mar 2026
The EU looks set to ban 31 animal-associated names for plant-based products – but common terms such as burger, sausage, and nuggets will remain permitted.
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Iran war: As fertiliser prices jump, ‘your ingredient costs will follow’
18 Mar 2026
The US-Israeli war on Iran is hitting the food industry with higher fuel prices, reduced fertiliser availability, and closed trade routes – and the impact could be long-lived, say experts.
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Australia and New Zealand to introduce mandatory front-of-pack nutrition labels
17 Mar 2026
Australia and New Zealand will introduce mandatory front-of-pack nutrition information – the Health Star Rating – on products.
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Eco-friendly polymer material advances plastic-free packaging
16 Mar 2026
Aquapak has developed a dissolvable, biodegradable polymer that can undergo thermal processing for various food applications.
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EU report reveals 'gaps' in olive oil controls
11 Mar 2026
The EU's olive oil market is highly regulated to ensure quality, safety, and traceability – but a recent audit found control system gaps that need improving.
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EFSA to put microplastics under the food safety microscope
6 Mar 2026
EFSA scientists will investigate the health risks of microplastics by 2027 – but what should food brands do in the meantime?
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‘Only … Ingredients’ but more food waste?
5 Mar 2026
British retailer Marks and Spencer has introduced 12 new products to its 'Only … Ingredients' range, as brands are advised to focus on “transparent communication”.
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Are consumers willing to pay for innovative sustainable foods?
4 Mar 2026
Innovative sustainable animal products and plant-based alternatives can plug health and environmental concerns – but consumer willingness to pay for these products remains variable, finds an EU-funded study.
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Europe to tighten import controls for pesticides
26 Feb 2026
The European Commission will tighten controls on food and feed imports and may extend France's ban on products containing prohibited pesticides.
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Premium dog food has bigger carbon footprint than owners’ meals
25 Feb 2026
Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have bigger dietary carbon footprints than their owners – but using by-products is a “highly relevant” solution for brands.
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