Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry
Sustainability
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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Can Mondelēz hit net-zero by 2050 without plant-based dairy? ‘Probably not’
9 Mar 2026
Mondelēz International will need to make successful products with plant-based ingredients if it is to meet its long-term climate commitments, it says.
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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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Lidl top for climate progress – but gaps remain in the retail sector
2 Mar 2026
Lidl is “setting the pace” in Europe's transition towards sustainable food systems. How did other European supermarkets score, according to Superlist Environment Europe 2026?
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What’s the best positioning for healthy indulgent products?
27 Feb 2026
For healthy indulgent products, messaging around enjoyment resonates more strongly than “guilt-free”, according to a study by EIT Food.
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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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How the industry is fighting food fraud in 2026
24 Feb 2026
Herbs, spices, and white powders are highly at risk of food fraud – but the industry is embracing food fingerprinting coupled with artificial intelligence to fight it.
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Tesco hits healthy food sales target
18 Feb 2026
The UK’s largest supermarket chain has achieved its target to increase the proportion of sales from healthier products to 65% by 2025.
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Griddle Bakery makes pastries without preservatives
12 Feb 2026
UK brand Griddle Bakery makes frozen, clean-label pastries without UPF ingredients. “Frozen often means fresher, cleaner, and less wasteful,” it says.
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Digital energy management will fuel food production in 2026
9 Feb 2026
Using AI to manage digital energy consumption in factories is the latest strategy in manufacturers’ toolbox for sustainable operations and efficient energy use.
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