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Lack of oversight in pet food could pose health risk to humans

Lack of oversight in pet food could pose health risk to humans

22 Nov 2023

The pet food industry needs stricter health and safety standards, particularly as handling raw pet food can spread foodborne illnesses to humans, including Salmonella and Listeria, according to stakeholders.

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South Korea’s Nongshim invests €6.9m in food tech

South Korea’s Nongshim invests €6.9m in food tech

21 Nov 2023

South Korean multinational food and beverage firm Nongshim, which has a range of plant-based products, is to invest €6.9m ($7.4m) in food tech such as vertical farms and cultivated meat.

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A sweet controversy: Sucralose, safety, and shifting consumer preferences

A sweet controversy: Sucralose, safety, and shifting consumer preferences

20 Nov 2023

Recent research has raised questions about sucralose, a widely-used artificial sugar-free sweetener that provides the same sweetness as traditional sugar, minus the calories. While it sounds like a win-win scenario for health-conscious consumers, conce...

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Exploring the path to replicating breast milk's magic in infant formula

Exploring the path to replicating breast milk's magic in infant formula

17 Nov 2023

While breast milk is often hailed as nature's gold standard for infant nutrition, it’s not always readily available. Enter infant formula enriched with human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), a game-changing product that seek to mirror the composition of b...

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Nestlé faces US lawsuit for allegedly false advertising pet food as ‘natural’

Nestlé faces US lawsuit for allegedly false advertising pet food as ‘natural’

16 Nov 2023

Legal action has been brought against Nestlé Purina Petcare in the US, after various products were allegedly falsely marketed as ‘natural’, despite containing multiple synthetic ingredients.

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Mega brands balance sustainability goals with ‘greenwashing’ accusations

Mega brands balance sustainability goals with ‘greenwashing’ accusations

15 Nov 2023

Global companies like Nestlé, Unilever, Coca-Cola and Danone all have significantly revised and improved their sustainability goals in the last decade – but how much is meaningful change and how much is greenwashing?

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FDA proposes US ban on brominated vegetable oil, an additive found in sodas

FDA proposes US ban on brominated vegetable oil, an additive found in sodas

14 Nov 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a ban on brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in food and drink products, following a similar ban by the state of California, after scientific studies in animals found that the ingredient may be harmful ...

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APAC pursues regulatory approval for cellular agriculture

APAC pursues regulatory approval for cellular agriculture

13 Nov 2023

Several Asia-Pacific nations sign an MOU and launch a new platform for cross-border collaboration to speed up regulatory review processes and approval.

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FUL Water uses spirulina for sustainable nutrition in functional drinks

FUL Water uses spirulina for sustainable nutrition in functional drinks

10 Nov 2023

Dutch functional water brand, FUL, uses spirulina as a sustainable and nutritious ingredient in its low-carbon FUL Water and is looking to expand into smoothies, juices, and snacks.

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‘Climatarian’ consumers centre sustainability in food choices

‘Climatarian’ consumers centre sustainability in food choices

9 Nov 2023

The climate is a growing concern for consumers when they choose what type of diet to follow and which food products they buy, according to recent data from packaging giant Tetra Pak.

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Algarithm Ingredients Inc. and De Wit Speciality Oils BV Sign Multi-Year Distribution Partnership in Europe

Algarithm Ingredients Inc. and De Wit Speciality Oils BV Sign Multi-Year Distribution Partnership in Europe

9 Nov 2023

Canadian omega-3 leader works with De Wit to provide infant formula, supplement and food companies with the most neutral flavored, sustainable and secure supply of algal based omega-3 lipids.

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EU consumers seek plant-based products that resemble ‘the real thing’

EU consumers seek plant-based products that resemble ‘the real thing’

8 Nov 2023

Moral, environmental, and health considerations are driving demand for plant-based alternatives across Europe. Yet consumers want products that resemble conventional animal products where taste, appearance, and texture are concerned, Mintel data shows....

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