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EU Breakfast Directive: What food brands must do before June deadline

EU Breakfast Directive: What food brands must do before June deadline

20 Apr 2026

Honey origin labelling, higher fruit content for jams, and new categories for reduced-sugar juices: What must brands do to comply with the EU Breakfast Directive?

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Dog food brand shakes up sector with ‘human-quality’ meat

Dog food brand shakes up sector with ‘human-quality’ meat

17 Apr 2026

UK pet food startup Years designs its premium meals based on a dog’s breed, life stage, and health, using wholefood recipes and clear plastic packaging.

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Organic food sales up in the US and UK

Organic food sales up in the US and UK

16 Apr 2026

Organic food sales are rising in both the UK and US – but domestic organic production is stagnant, leading to a reliance on imports.

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Emissions-reduction technologies can help brands hit green goals

Emissions-reduction technologies can help brands hit green goals

14 Apr 2026

Emissions-reduction technologies can help global manufacturers lower their environmental impact while increasing operational efficiency and making savings.

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Securing sweetness in bakery, without the sweetener effect

Securing sweetness in bakery, without the sweetener effect

13 Apr 2026

EFSA has confirmed sucralose cannot be used in most bakery applications. So, which sweeteners can manufacturers of healthy indulgent baked goods use?

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Princes Group introduces 5% price increase due to Iran war

Princes Group introduces 5% price increase due to Iran war

10 Apr 2026

UK company Princes Group has set a minimum 5% price increase on its products, making it the one of first major suppliers to openly raise prices due to the Iran war.

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The rise of CPG disruptor brands

The rise of CPG disruptor brands

9 Apr 2026

Bold, relevant, and agile disruptor brands, such as Olly and Poppi are reshaping consumer packaged goods (CPG) and driving growth in stagnant areas – reframing everything about the categories they are showing up in, say experts.

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Unreviewed GRAS chemicals in US products risk consumer confidence

Unreviewed GRAS chemicals in US products risk consumer confidence

8 Apr 2026

There are over 100 unreviewed GRAS chemicals in US food and drink products, undermining consumer trust, according to an analysis.

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Finalists of the Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards 2026 announced

Finalists of the Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards 2026 announced

7 Apr 2026

Who made it to the shortlist of the Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards 2026? Read about the innovative companies that are redefining the nutraceutical industry.

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Rising automation requires clear risk management strategy

Rising automation requires clear risk management strategy

6 Apr 2026

Automation is helping manufacturers reduce bottlenecks but it also comes with risks. Successful brands will have clear risk management strategies.

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Could the Strait of Hormuz supply shock boost regenerative farming?

Could the Strait of Hormuz supply shock boost regenerative farming?

31 Mar 2026

The Iran war has exposed the frailties of a fossil fuel-dependent food system. Could regenerative agriculture benefit from soaring fertiliser prices?

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Closing the hygiene gap in cold-chain environments

Closing the hygiene gap in cold-chain environments

30 Mar 2026

Maintaining hygiene while meeting health and safety requirements between cleans is vital yet challenging for food operators, requiring a holistic approach.

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