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Tax on high sugar snacks could reduce obesity, report reveals
Obesity rates are on the rise, but research suggests a sugar tax could offer a solution.
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Calorie reduction policy delay could be an opportunity to get ahead
A delay in the government’s new calorie reduction guidelines provides an opportunity for retailers to work closely with suppliers as it means they can begin to make changes to their own brand product ranges to get ahead and appeal to more health-conscious consumers...
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Clean label cocoa powder launch
As the consumer driven trend for clean label continues to gain momentum, Barry Callebaut launches a cocoa power using chicory root fiber instead of sugars.
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Chocolate flavour is developed during processing of cocoa beans
A new study confirms that processing, including fermentation, is important in relation to the final quality of the cocoa.
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Undeclared milk is causing headaches for food producers
Several food companies in the UK have been forced to issue recalls in recent weeks for the same reason: undeclared milk inclusion.
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Can CBD help treat health conditions or is it the placebo effect?
The popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD) has surged, not just in the food and beverage industry, but across many other sectors, due to consumer beliefs that it can help treat certain aliments and illnesses. But many are questioning these claims, suggesting further investigation over CBD’s effects and perceived benefits are required.
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Levy called for all calorie-dense processed foods
Companies making processed foods with excessive calories should be taxed, says Action on Sugar and Action on Salt.
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Plastic found in cookie packaging prompts recall
A recall of Entenmann’s Little Bites Soft Baked Cookies has been initiated due to potential plastic in the packaging.
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Retail industry growth boosts the chocolate processing equipment market
Consumer demand and growth in the retail industry have increased sales in the chocolate and confectionery processing equipment market.
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How does water treatment in the food and beverage industry work?
With the market for water treatment chemicals expected to grow more than 5 percent by 2024, how does water treatment actually work?
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US organic ice cream market to hit $400m
According to a new report, the US organic ice cream market will witness growth due to changes in consumer preferences.
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UK producer leading the way in ethical chocolate
Consumers are becoming more tuned into where and how products are sourced; and one UK producer is said to be leading the way.
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Competition to find startup food or agriculture innovator opens
FoodBytes! London 2019 is looking for food and agtech startups with a disruptive impact on the food industry and supply chain, including sustainable farming, packaging, traceability solutions, environmentally-friendly ingredients, and food waste reduction.
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Winning the war on plastic
Flower & White has beaten the likes of Mars and Nestlé to become the first company in the confectionery sector to move into plastic-free packaging.
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HMS announces the acquirement of Henley Bridge Ingredients Ltd
HMS has acquired Henley Bridge Ingredients Ltd which will continue to be run by the existing management team.