Latest News in the food Industry

10 May 2023

A growing number of Asian food and drink brands are using upcycled ingredients, such as soy okara, banana stems, and broken rice, as a source of sustainable nutrition for their products.

8 May 2023

The Israeli Ministry of Health has approved precision fermentation startup Remilk’s animal-free dairy whey protein, meaning its ingredients can now be marketed and sold in Israel.

18 Apr 2023

As climate change threatens global food security, urgent action is required to protect food production and secure future supply, say scientists – but is industry ready to act?

11 Apr 2023

Italy has moved to ban the use of cell-based food, citing quality issues and the preservation of the country’s gastronomic heritage – but the government faces criticism from food industry groups.

7 Apr 2023

The EU faces significant challenges in ensuring food affordability and security in the face of multiple shocks. Developing domestically produced fertilisers and prioritising sustainability are key in building future resilience.

6 Apr 2023

Pet food brands around the world are responding to consumer demands for sustainable pet food in many ways, from upcycled ingredients to carbon footprint claims and reduced-plastic packaging.

5 Apr 2023

Following the release of the European Commission’s proposal to avoid false and misleading green claims, Safe Food Advocacy Europe (SAFE) is calling for updates to prevent consumer confusion and exploitation.

29 Mar 2023

Food and drink claims on climate neutrality are scientifically impossible, misleading, and must be banned, says the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC).

21 Mar 2023

The Swedish Food Agency (SFA) has updated its national dietary recommendations to prioritise the health of the planet with an emphasis on plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy.

20 Mar 2023

The world’s largest manufacturer of frozen potato products, McCain, has released its sustainability report from last year. It highlights progress towards global sustainability goals including accelerating the adoption of regenerative agricultural pract...

16 Mar 2023

Unwanted by-products from the food and beverage industry can be transformed into prebiotics that provide sought-after health benefits, without harming the earth. BCD Bioscience and ReGrained are two startups making waves in this space.

6 Mar 2023

Adaptogens, nootropics and nervines such as ashwagandha, lavender, hops, and l-theanine are popular among food and drink trend forecasts, yet the regulatory landscape remains challenging.