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Food production needs climate-conscious overhaul
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?
Read moreItaly looks to ban cell-based meat to preserve food heritage
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.
Read moreHow the EU is strengthening agrifood system resilience
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.
Read moreSustainability a growing focus for global pet food brands
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.
Read moreSAFE raises concerns over EU directive to avoid false green claims
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.
Read moreCalls 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).
Read moreSwedish 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.
Read moreMcCain 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...
Read moreUnlocking the prebiotic benefits of unwanted industry side streams
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.
Read more‘Cognitive-enhancing’ ingredients remain novel yet niche
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.
Read moreBrands must start preparing for EU sustainability rules, says Deloitte
27 Feb 2023
The upcoming EU regulation on corporate sustainability is going to change the way the food industry does business. “Start thinking about this now,” urges Emily Cromwell, sustainability partner at Deloitte.
Read moreUsing fibre-based packaging to replace plastic
21 Feb 2023
The EU project, R3PACK, is developing sustainable, fibre-based alternatives to plastic packaging that should prevent harmful chemicals from coming into contact with food.
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