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PFAS remain concerning, says EU report – but will action follow?
4 Nov 2024
Harmful PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, and their impact on public health remains a key issue, according to the landmark EU Draghi Report.
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Africa balances policy needs with food processing growth
1 Nov 2024
Opportunities ramp up in the continent’s food processing industry, yet a lack of policy progression threatens to stall progress.
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Burning questions: What AGEs mean for human and pet health
30 Oct 2024
As research into advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) evolves, food manufacturers are faced with growing questions about how these compounds, formed during high-temperature cooking, impact human and animal health.
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EUDR delay: Palm-oil producing countries react
29 Oct 2024
With the European Council backing a 12-month extension of the EUDR, leading palm oil-producing countries Malaysia and Indonesia are pushing for recommendations and practical guidance.
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Swedish functional mushroom coffee brand blends health with hygge
28 Oct 2024
Swedish firm Rå Hygge has launched functional coffee made with the nootropic mushroom, tremella, that is said to promote digestive health thanks to its lower acidity.
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Pulses market grows as consumers demand more plant-based protein
25 Oct 2024
Pulses are gaining traction both as a source of protein in developing markets and as key ingredients in plant-based products in developed countries.
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Ferrero updates Nutella brand with new plant-based version
24 Oct 2024
Ferrero has launched a plant-based version of its Nutella brand, which adds chickpeas to its formulation in a move designed to appeal to growing numbers of vegan consumers.
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Does India’s food advertising landscape need an overhaul?
16 Oct 2024
Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest (NAPi) releases a new report on perceived tactics used in India’s food sector to promote HFSS and UPF products.
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Mintel releases its global food and drink trends for 2025
15 Oct 2024
Heading into 2025, Mintel has identified four key trends that food and beverage brands will need to keep their eyes on to stay competitive. We explore these four trends.
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Top EU court rules that using ‘meaty’ names for plant-based products is lawful
11 Oct 2024
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) rules against banning meat terminology on plant-based products.
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Surge in children's hydration market driven by underhydration concerns and celebrity endorsements
9 Oct 2024
The children’s hydration market has seen a dramatic increase in sales, rising by 1,179% year-over-year, according to a new report from market research firm SPINS. This surge is being driven by two main factors: growing concerns about underhydration in ...
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Sustainable grains present a healthy growth opportunity
3 Oct 2024
Food insights provider SPINS unveils the latest trends in the sustainable grains field, exploring how seven leading grains show healthy growth despite challenges in the global value chain.
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