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Michael Gove announces the introduction of ‘Natasha’s Law’
A new legislation has been announced that will require food businesses to include full ingredients labelling on pre-packaged foods.
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Disposable cups market witnesses growth due to biodegradable options
Favourable consumer preferences and the rising consumption of fast foods result in growth of the disposable cups market.
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Naturals in food: facts, myths and perceptions
In the second of a two-part article,1 scientists Martin Rose, Taichi Inui, Moira Dean and Jane Parker examine the true meaning of the term ‘natural’ within the food sector, emphasising its impact on risk assessment and risk management.
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Improving, correcting and preventing product data inaccuracies
Transferring data between retailer and supplier is a loose cog in the ‘instant data access’ machinery, explains Jim Dickson, Head of Retail at GS1 UK. This article highlights how modern-day consumer demands are tightening the vise of this already pressing issue, and presents a platform aimed at solving the problem.
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Malibu adds communication content into its caps with NFC technology
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300,000 bottles with with a pioneering smart bottle cap full of content for consumers will be rolled out for the first time in the US.
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Popularity of QR code labels results in continued expansion of the market
QR code label manufacturers are to witness robust revenue growth due to the technology's widespread applicability.
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New ‘refill’ scheme to fight plastic pollution introduced
Waitrose has introduced a new initiative to combat the widespread use of plastic packaging in grocery shops.
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Call for cartoon animation ban on unhealthy food packaging
Manufacturers and retailers are accused of manipulating consumers into purchasing ‘dangerously’ unhealthy products after new survey results.
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Morrisons introduces plastic-free fruit and veg areas
Morrisons is to become the first British supermarket to roll-out plastic free fruit and veg areas in many of its stores, helping customers buy bagless.
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National campaign aims to prevent plastic pollution at source
The Refill campaign aims to prevent plastic pollution by making it easier to reuse and refill water bottles on the go.
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High-intensity lighting causes a reduction of nutrients in dairy
According to a new report, LED lighting on supermarket shelves is reducing the nutritional value of milk and shortening its shelf life.
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UK government bans plastic straws to reduce plastic waste
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has confirmed a ban on plastic straws in England following overwhelming public support for the move.
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Demand for ice cream processing equipment increases
According to a new report, ice cream processing equipment is projected to experience substantial demand during the forecast period.
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Food Standards Agency fully backs mandatory full ingredient labelling
The FSA has opted for the most stringent of the four options offered in the recent consultation on amending allergen information labelling.
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Sleeman Breweries is Canada’s first brewery to achieve 3RCertified Gold
Sleeman Breweries' Guelph facility is to become Canada’s first brewery to achieve 3RCertified status for its waste initiatives.
