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Coca-Cola waters down environmental targets on packaging, sustainable sourcing

Coca-Cola waters down environmental targets on packaging, sustainable sourcing

24 Dec 2024

The Coca-Cola Company has changed its targets relating to water, packaging, climate, and agriculture, drawing fire from campaigners.

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Chile's food labelling laws produce healthy results

Chile's food labelling laws produce healthy results

23 Dec 2024

Chile’s warning labelling and marketing rules for unhealthy foods led to “significant decreases” in purchases of food and drinks with high levels of sugar, salt and fat, according to a study published in the journal PLOS Medicine.

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How US soy exports shape Southeast Asian food

How US soy exports shape Southeast Asian food

19 Dec 2024

As Southeast Asia and the US mark 20 years of trade, trends in soy, especially plant-based preferences, signal increasing demand for high-quality protein sources.

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Coffee smallholders more sustainable than large-scale producers: Fairtrade

Coffee smallholders more sustainable than large-scale producers: Fairtrade

18 Dec 2024

Smallholder coffee plantations in Latin America are more climate-friendly than large-scale operations, according to an environment-focused study by Fairtrade Foundation.

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Europe’s new strategies pave the way for alternative protein growth

Europe’s new strategies pave the way for alternative protein growth

12 Dec 2024

European countries such as Lithuania and the Netherlands are adopting strategic approaches to accelerate the development of alternative proteins, balancing innovation with food safety to drive sustainable food systems.

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Brazil looks to expand agricultural export opportunities

Brazil looks to expand agricultural export opportunities

4 Dec 2024

Agricultural trade agreements could contribute to sustainable food production in Brazil, according to politicians and key stakeholders from the Brazilian agricultural industry.

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Concerns grow over EU-Mercosur deal

Concerns grow over EU-Mercosur deal

28 Nov 2024

The European Consumer Organisation, BEUC, has warned that the EU-Mercosur trade deal is likely to fail both consumers and farmers on sustainability goals.

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Nordic countries need tougher food waste reporting, new research finds

Nordic countries need tougher food waste reporting, new research finds

26 Nov 2024

The Nordic Council of Ministers has released a report recommending how the region can tackle its food waste problem to achieve reduction targets.

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Taking oats from the breakfast bowl to the dinner table

Taking oats from the breakfast bowl to the dinner table

21 Nov 2024

Stoked Oats makes its entrance into the rice category with its latest product, OatRice, an oat-based rice alternative, targeted toward health and eco-conscious consumers.

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Exploring Innova’s Top 10 Trends for 2025

Exploring Innova’s Top 10 Trends for 2025

21 Nov 2024

At Fi Europe, Innova Market Insights shared its top food and drink trends for 2025, giving examples and highlighting how brands can tap into each one. Ingredients Network takes a look.

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Chocolate consumers prioritise sustainability and affordability amid rising prices

Chocolate consumers prioritise sustainability and affordability amid rising prices

20 Nov 2024

Consumers are adjusting to inflation by cutting back on chocolate purchases and opting for smaller products – but they also demand more sustainable and ethically sourced options.

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Umami Cola shakes up soda drink category with unique flavour

Umami Cola shakes up soda drink category with unique flavour

18 Nov 2024

Japan’s Umami Cola is aiming to transform soft drinks with its koji-sweetened, botanical-based soda that taps into the trend for fermented food and drink and natural energy.

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