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Heineken’s ‘Social Off Socials’ campaign encourages screen-free socialising
Heineken’s new global campaign calls time on excessive screen use, encouraging people to rediscover the joy of face-to-face connection.
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FDA announces plan to phase out synthetic food dyes
The FDA has announced it will phase out synthetic food dyes—including Red 40 and Yellow 5—by 2026, marking a major shift toward natural additives.
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Carlsberg launches limited edition fully renewable ‘Electric Beer’
Carlsberg Sverige marks sustainability milestone with expanded electric freight partnership and launch of new fully renewable non-alcoholic beer.
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Gail’s drops soya milk surcharge after pressure from PETA campaign
From May, Gail’s will offer soya milk at no extra charge, joining a growing movement to make plant-based choices more accessible.
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Nestlé launches new protein drinks to support GLP-1 weight loss medication users
Nestlé unveils science-backed protein beverages to help manage hunger, support muscle health and aid weight loss for GLP-1 users.
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Government suspends import tariffs on key food and drink items to ease costs
To support food manufacturers and lower costs for consumers, the UK Government has suspended import tariffs on dozens of ingredients until 2027.
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Maison Perrier enters premium mocktail market with new range of non-alcoholic sparkling cocktails
Maison Perrier’s new line of non-alcoholic sparkling cocktails brings classic cocktail flavor to alcohol-free lifestyles. The low-calorie drinks are crafted with real fruit juice and the brand’s signature bubbles.
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PepsiCo expands FareShare partnership to tackle food waste and boost UK employability
PepsiCo has announced a major expansion of its partnership with FareShare, funding two key programmes in 2025 aimed at reducing food waste and helping over 600 people in Leicestershire find employment opportunities. The £210,000 grant will build on seven years of impactful collaboration.
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Beckman Coulter Life Sciences launches next-generation allergy test to reduce patient risk
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has launched a next-generation Basophil Activation Test to support safer allergy research and reduce the need for risky oral food challenge
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The impact of Trump’s tariffs and recent FDA cuts on food safety and security: experts react
Leading food safety experts, including Frank Yiannas, Bill Marler, Dr Darin Detwiler, Professor Chris Elliott, Tim Lang and Michael Bell OBE, weigh in on the far-reaching consequences of President Trump's tariffs and recent FDA budget cuts. The article delves into the risks to food safety, supply chains and global food…
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Capri-Sun expands zero sugar range
Capri-Sun is expanding its no added sugar range with two new drinks, Capri-Sun Zero Cola and Capri-Sun Zero Monster Alarm, both made with fruit juices and offering under 0.5g of sugar per 100ml.
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PepsiCo names new CMO as it expands functional beverage strategy
PepsiCo has named Mark Kirkham as its new US beverages CMO, signalling a stronger focus on functional drinks. With the recent acquisition of prebiotic soda brand Poppi, PepsiCo is doubling down on health-driven beverages to compete in the evolving soft drinks market.
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The journey to truly sustainable packaging with Lignoo
In Part 2 of this month’s Ingredients for Change, we speak with Katerina Mouliadou, founder of Lignoo, about the importance of sustainable packaging, enhancing consumer transparency, and overcoming the challenges of creating truly eco-friendly water bottles.
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Carlsberg Sverige leads circular economy push by turning beer dredge into food
Carlsberg Sverige is joining forces with key Swedish industry players to pioneer circular economy innovation, transforming beer dredge into food.
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Understanding the PFAS risk in food supply chains
Nicola Ackermann, Business Development Manager at SGS, explores the risks posed by PFAS in food supply chains, highlighting contamination sources, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment strategies. With extensive expertise in PFAS analysis, Ackermann discusses how manufacturers can mitigate risks and ensure compliance through testing and monitoring.
