The UK’s Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has criticised doctors advising that the NHS should ban bacon and sausages in hospitals.
Sustainably sourced palm oil and soy have shot up the agenda of European retailers. According to Penny Coates, non-executive director of own brand retail solution providers S4RB, this is “just the beginning”.
A survey assessing sandwiches sold by supermarket and high street retailers in the UK has revealed that uptake in plant-based is still lagging. “The sheer volume of meat-based sandwiches is a big concern,” says Eating Better.
Russia is set to export 100,000 tonnes (t) of pork in 2019, up 20% compared to the same period of the previous year, Russian government officials have forecast.
UK environmental marketing campaign charity Hubbub is encouraging people to pack their own lunches. If you do, Hubbub says it could combat single-use plastic pollution and food waste - as well as saving you money.
Julian Mellentin: 'Investors in meat substitutes are likely to be disappointed'
Next-generation meat, egg, and dairy alternatives have garnered a huge amount of press (and investment), but there are many other ways for brands to meet demand for plant-based foods, says a report from consultancy New Nutrition Business querying whether...
Cashew nut shells are commonly discarded as a waste product but a high antioxidant content could mean they have potential to be used as meat preservatives, say Brazilian researchers.
The European Commission has made steps to enhance price transparency across the agri-food supply chain, including in meat, eggs, dairy, and olive oil sectors.
The Polish Ministry of the Environment has drafted a new bill to restrict investments in building new animal breeding facilities in close proximity to residential buildings.
London Food Tech Week is a five day ‘festival’ showcasing the best and brightest in food innovation. Spread across five different venues, each day has a theme – from manufacturing to retail and out-of-home consumption. So what food and beverage trends...
Joining the market of cannabis-infused products is Phyx, a THC flavored sparkling water, which hopes its low-dose and fast-acting formula will better perform as an alcohol replacement.
From organic soybean pulp to brewers' spent grain and rice husks, by-products are attracting increased interest from start-ups looking to upcycle food waste.
Pret A Manger’s plans to buy rival Eat and turn the chain's 94 stores into vegetarian outlets illustrates the surging demand for plant-based and sustainable foods, according to Ecovia Intelligence. We spoke to the research company ahead of the Sustainable...
This week, the European Council adopted new rules banning selected single-use items, England announced plans to outlaw plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds, and Germany revealed that 5,300 disposable cups are used per minute across the country.
The marine environment is an important source of raw material for the global food sector. But the seafood industry is blighted by high levels of waste. This is a challenge the Icelandic seafood industry hopes to meet through innovation.
Researchers at the University of Sydney have discovered that the food additive E171 - commonly known as titanium dioxide and found in over 900 common food products - significantly increases the risk of gut disease and cancer.
The Russian Government has prepared a draft program of horse industry development, with a special focus on an increase in the population of meat breeds – the segment where production performance has been shrinking over the past few years.
By Jack Winkler, Emeritus Professor of Nutrition Policy, London Metropolitan University; and Tam Fry, chair, National Obesity Forum
A historic change in the sales of carbonated soft drinks has taken place since the Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL) came into force a year ago -- with sugarfree drinks rising, and full sugar products falling.
A new source of more affordable long-chain omega-3 fatty acids could give fish oil, krill, and microalgae a run for their money and open up new fortification opportunities for food manufacturers, claims Barcelona-based start-up Cubiq Foods, which has...
Polyphenol-rich fruits like blueberries, raspberries, and cranberries only grow in certain parts of the world and are available fresh only for a certain period of time. By freeze-drying and extracting some of its phytonutrients, product developers can...
British farmers have taken to social media to voice concerns regarding the Soil Association’s suggestion that the government instate a ‘plant-based protein’ day in schools.
Blockchain can help brands boost traceability across the supply chain. Increasingly, the technology is also being leveraged to build consumer trust, and ultimately, to target shoppers online and in-store. FoodNavigator brings you the latest developments...
The Dutch advertising standards watchdog has reaffirmed its ruling that the labelling of FrieslandCampina’s Optimel Vanille Vla is misleading for consumers because it does not communicate the use of artificial flavours clearly enough on pack. According...
Consumers are still being misled into thinking that fruit juices are a healthier alternative to fizzy drinks when, in fact, many contain the same amounts of sugar, if not more, according to campaigners.
From Evian's plastic 'bubble' that cuts plastic and links to an e-commerce fulfilment offering, to further innovation in the meat-free space, here is FoodNavigator's round-up of some of the most interesting innovations from around...
Five Scottish cheesemakers say they have succeeded in a crowdfunded campaign against the legality of Food Standards Scotland (FSS) inspection and enforcement guidance for the production of raw milk cheese in Scotland.
Amazon’s investment in Deliveroo allows the e-commerce giant to tap into a growing trend for food delivery in the UK where it could set the foundations for a move into bricks and mortar, say analysts.
The Coffee Cherry Co. is paying coffee farmers for their cherry by-product and transforming it into a gluten-free, high fibre, antioxidant-rich food ingredient, CEO Tom Clemente tells FoodNavigator.
Opportunities for healthier out-of-home food sector choices will grow in the UK as the food industry tackles the obesity crisis, according to market research specialist Kantar.
The meat industry is facing challenges, including the attitude towards consumption, the Princess Royal told the Meat Business Women networking group at its recent conference in London.
Polish poultry meat producer and processor Konspol is planning to continue its investments in expanding its capacities in the domestic market and as an exporter, according to senior company representatives, less than a year after its acquisition by Cargill....
The Romanian government has cut VAT rates on healthy and traditional foods, a ‘Pro-NutriScore’ consumer group is urging the Commission to simplify nutritional labels, and an EU project has identified an olive tree disease in southern Italy. FoodNavigator...
Artificial learning (AI) and machine learning present an opportunity for food and drink retailers to capture and optimise vast volumes of customer data, tech firm Criteo tells FoodNavigator.
The Danish government recently unveiled plans to step up investment in food and ingredients research and development, stating that the country can “take the lead” in tackling global food insecurity and providing innovative new solutions that advance the...
Ingredion has added a new corn-based starch to its portfolio, which the ingredients supplier claims can replace fat and oil in dairy products without compromising texture.
