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Almost half of all EU honey imports are adulterated

Almost half of all EU honey imports are adulterated

4 Apr 2023

Honey fraud is rife in the EU, with almost half of all imports likely to be adulterated with added syrups and cheaper sugar, according to new EU analysis.

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Kraft Heinz takes on Latin America with e-commerce platform

Kraft Heinz takes on Latin America with e-commerce platform

3 Apr 2023

The Kraft Heinz Company is teaming up with BEES, an e-commerce platform owned by AB InBev, to leverage its distribution network in untapped regions, such as Latin America.

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Does low/no alcohol labelling lack clear information?

Does low/no alcohol labelling lack clear information?

31 Mar 2023

It’s a booming beverage sector but without definitive rules on labelling, low- and no- alcohol drinks need to avoid misleading consumers to maintain confidence, say experts.

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Confectionery firm fined €10k for misleading Nutri-Score use

Confectionery firm fined €10k for misleading Nutri-Score use

30 Mar 2023

Italy’s Competition and Market Authority (AGCM) has fined Vivil A. Muller (Vivil) €10,000 due to its misleading use of the Nutri-Score system to indicate the healthiness of its confectionary.

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Calls grow for a ban on climate-neutral food claims

Calls grow for a ban on climate-neutral food claims

29 Mar 2023

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

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Canada approves use of GM-modified high oleic algae oils for food use

Canada approves use of GM-modified high oleic algae oils for food use

28 Mar 2023

The government of Canada has approved the use of high oleic algae oils designed to replace certain dietary fats and oils in conventional foods.

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Nestlé drops three plant-based brands in UK and Ireland

Nestlé drops three plant-based brands in UK and Ireland

27 Mar 2023

Nestlé is to axe three plant-based brands, Wunda, Garden Gourmet, and Mezeast, in the UK and Ireland following disappointing sales that meant the brands were “not viable” in current market conditions.

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Innovations in prebiotics: Developing indulgent treats that are good for the gut

Innovations in prebiotics: Developing indulgent treats that are good for the gut

24 Mar 2023

Growing consumer awareness around the link between diet and health is fuelling demand for increased-fibre, reduced-sugar products. Functional soft drink brand Olipop and healthy snack maker Uplift Food are making the most of this trend.

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Thirst for no and low-alcohol products intensifies

Thirst for no and low-alcohol products intensifies

23 Mar 2023

Demand for alcohol-free beverages is growing but often, alternatives are still seen missing the intense and complex flavour of alcohol. Adding functional botanical ingredients and exploring complex flavour profiles can help address this, say experts....

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Indonesia sees high inflation shift manufacturers' focus to value

Indonesia sees high inflation shift manufacturers' focus to value

22 Mar 2023

From smaller packs to promotions, food and drink brands in Indonesia are finding ways to appeal to value-focussed consumers as high inflation levels change grocery spending habits.

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Swedish Food Agency updates food plate model to consider planetary health

Swedish Food Agency updates food plate model to consider planetary health

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.

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McCain promotes regenerative agriculture as key to sustainable food production

McCain promotes regenerative agriculture as key to sustainable food production

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...

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