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Strongbow becomes first alcohol brand to add NaviLens accessible labels
The high-contrast NaviLens codes on Strongbow cans are designed to help blind and partially sighted shoppers access product information with ease.
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Xampla raises $14m to scale plant-based packaging solutions
UK start-up Xampla secures $14m funding to expand Morro plant-based packaging, targeting 10 billion single-use plastic items globally.
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Tesco recalls ready meal after undeclared allergens found
Tesco has recalled its Stir Fry Tikka Chicken ready meal after undeclared egg and mustard were discovered in the accompanying sauce sachet.
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New research reveals potential of AI-driven colour-changing food packaging
New University of Vaasa research explores how AI-powered colour-changing packaging could improve food quality monitoring, reduce waste and boost transparency.
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Lidl launches Live Well logo to highlight healthy, sustainable products
Lidl GB launches Live Well logo, helping shoppers quickly identify own-label products that are both healthier and environmentally sustainable.
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Why the Walls ice cream recall is a wake-up call for food safety
When a labelling error forced Walls to recall thousands of ice creams, supply chains were disrupted and the incident attracted widespread attention across the UK. In this article, Pete Gillett of Marketpoint Recall explains the key lessons in food recall management and how smart preparation can help brands prevent costly…
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Cadbury Crunchie chocolate bar multipacks see significant plastic cut in Tesco trial
Mondelēz and Tesco launch a UK trial replacing plastic overwrap with stickers on Cadbury Crunchie chocolate bar multipacks, cutting plastic by 60 percent.
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Co-op recalls pork pies over undeclared milk allergen
Co-op has recalled its Mini Pork & Pickle Pies after milk was left off the label, posing a risk to allergy sufferers.
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FDA issues Class II recall over mislabelled NuNaturals sweeteners
FDA upgrades NuNaturals sweetener recall to Class II after label mix-up involving stevia and monk fruit products.
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Four arrested on suspicion of fraud in counterfeit rice investigation
Four arrested as part of food crime investigation uncovering counterfeit basmati rice, as the FSA steps up action against food fraud in the UK.
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Vietnam’s cooking oil crisis: a £250m food fraud scam
A worrying tale has emerged from Vietnam’s food scene that serves as yet another powerful call for provenance we can trust. Chris Elliott reveals all.
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Lidl recalls chicken product following milk allergen labelling oversight
Lidl recalls its Red Hen 4 Tempura Chicken Steaks after failing to clearly emphasise the milk allergen in bold on the label.
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High Noon recalls vodka seltzers mistakenly labelled as Celsius energy drink
High Noon is recalling two production lots of its 12-pack Beach Variety cans after some packs were found to contain vodka seltzers mislabeled as Celsius Astro Vibe Energy Drink.
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Cadbury Bournville unveils new chocolate bars and bold packaging redesign
Cadbury Bournville reveals a modern redesign and two new dark chocolate bars and flavours set to hit UK supermarket shelves later this month.
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Waitrose recalls Indian Takeaway for 2 over undeclared sesame and soya allergens
Waitrose and Partners is recalling its Indian Takeaway for 2 packs after some were mispacked with spring rolls containing undeclared sesame and soya.
