Refined fibre in processed food could have negative health effects
22 October 2018 | By New Food
The addition of refined fibre to processed food could be detrimental to human health, with research suggesting it could lead to liver cancer...
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Almonds retain number one spot across Europe for third year
5 October 2018 | By New Food
Almonds have retained their number one spot in Europe, with 2,414 new almond products in 2017 - according to a market report.
Compostable polymer: The beginning of a revolution in packaging?
4 October 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Compostable biodegradable polymers could be the future of food packaging, with the researchers looking to collaborate to further optimise the product.
Pret a Manger agrees to bring in full labelling after teen’s death
3 October 2018 | By New Food
Pret a Manger has decided to introduce full labelling on its products, despite current regulations meaning it is not obliged by law to do so.
Nestlé promises increase in recycled plastics in the EU
28 September 2018 | By
Nestlé has promised an increase in recycled, recyclable and reusable plastics for use within the EU in order to cut waste from landfill sites...
‘Fair food’ plans rejected by Swiss voters
26 September 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
The Swiss have recently voted against fair food, amid scares that food prices will increase, and Ministers calling the proposals 'dangerous'.
Baguette bought at Pret Heathrow kills girl
24 September 2018 | By New Food
A baguette bought from Pret a Manger at Heathrow terminal 5 killed a schoolgirl with sesame allergies on a plane from Heathrow to Nice.
FoodBytes! event held in London for the first time
7 September 2018 | By New Food
FoodBytes! are holding their first London event, with 20 cutting-edge, sustainable businesses on the 13th September 2019...
EFSA to review toxicological data on bisphenol A
6 September 2018 | By New Food
The EFSA will review recent toxicological data on bisphenol A, a synthetic compound used as a coating on the inside of food and beverage packaging.
Missouri bans labelling meat-free products as ‘meat’
5 September 2018 | By New Food
The state of Missouri has banned the use of the word 'meat' on products not derived from harvested production livestock or poultry.
Brits less likely to buy imported meat after Brexit
3 September 2018 | By New Food
A survey of over 2,000 people in the UK has shown that Brits are less likely to buy imported meat after Brexit amid concerns of food mislabelling.
Biodegradable plastic blend offers new options for disposal
30 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Researchers have identified particular plastic blends which are able to decompose in all soil and water conditions, paving the way to a cleaner environment.
Kraft Heinz announces 100 per cent sustainable packaging plans
2 August 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
Company says it has exceeded its target reduction of the weight of its global packaging by 50,000 metric tonnes.
Crab shells and tree fibres could replace plastic food packaging
24 July 2018 | By George Smith (New Food)
The material showed up to a 67 per cent reduction in oxygen permeability over some forms of polyethylene terephthalate (PTT).
Up to 29 per cent of packaging cannot be recycled
23 July 2018 | By Iqra Farooq (New Food)
With so much plastic packaging not suitable for recycling, Which? is pushing for Government action.
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