DuPont Pioneer's soybean oil Plenish has been approved for the EU and, despite having to label on pack it as genetically modified, European manufacturers have already shown interest, says US trade group Qualisoy.
"It is quite clear that nutritionally soy milk is the best alternative for cow’s milk in the human diet,” according to McGill researchers who compared the plant-based milk alternative to almond, rice and coconut milks.
The vegetarian and vegan sector continues to be one of the fastest-growing segments in the German food and beverage market, as popular diet choices are supported by an up-tick in product development. What are the best opportunities to grow in the market?
Whole sea buckthorn is a natural preservative that has an even cleaner label than rosemary (which must be listed as an extract) for foods ranging from meat to confectionery. "It's the most powerful superfruit that gets the least amount of attention,"...
The development of a viable low calorie prebiotic sweetener that disrupts the industry’s use of sugar took another step forward after OptiBiotix Health revealed details of its latest taste study.
Opting for traditional or rare crop varieties, avoiding GM and sourcing ingredients from alternative cultivation regions are just some of the ways food manufacturers can help protect biodiversity, according to the European Business and Biodiversity Campaign...
'Since China banned imports of household plastics wastes on January 1, European food producers and retailers have intensified efforts to reduce or eliminate plastic.
Last year saw a “surge” in climate leadership, prompting environmental disclosure platform the Climate Disclosure Project (CDP) to praise food and beverage companies including Nestlé, Ajinomoto, Coca-Cola, Kellogg and Unilever for their supplier engagement...
Cheap, plentiful and with an amino acid profile similar to eggs, grass could be the next sustainable protein ingredient for food manufacturers, say Danish researchers, who have already created a grass protein bar.
The Danish government has reiterated its call for nutrient profiles to stop unhealthy foods making health claims, slamming the "political mudslinging" that has prevented them from becoming a reality so far.
A group of sixty-six stakeholders have criticised the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) for its “failure” to improve “environmental and ecological impacts” standards.
UK campaign group Action on Sugar is calling on the government to prohibit confectionery price promotions and to introduce a candy tax of at least 20%.
Small changes to the recipe - such as cutting out the lettuce or using less meat - could reduce the carbon footprint of the humble packaged sandwich, researchers say.
Slave labour and other serious human rights abuses are still commonplace in the Thai fishing industry, according to NGO Human Rights Watch, which has drawn up a checklist for European manufacturers to avoid buying 'slavery seafood'.
Cargill is considering switching from corn to wheat processing at one of its German plants to meet demand for plant protein, starches for sustainable packaging and biofuels.
The meat and dairy industries generate more greenhouse gases than other foods – but it doesn’t have to be so. “A low-carbon livestock sector is possible to achieve," FAO director general Graziano da Silva said.
The European Court of Justice Advocate General has issued an opinion that genetic engineering techniques such as CRISPR should be considered exempt from European regulations governing GMOs.
There is a "significant" link between eating ultra-processed food and obesity levels in adults, say researchers who studied data for 19 European countries.
Asda and Aldi have become the latest UK supermarkets to ban the sale of energy drinks to under-16s due to concerns over negative health effects associated with consumption.
Genetic factors combined with a high-fat diet (HFD) could lead to the spread of prostate cancer to other sites in the body, according to recent mouse data.
Cheerios maker General Mills has launched a Feeding Better Futures Scholars Program to encourage youths aged 13 to 21 to share their ideas on addressing hunger relief and sustainable agriculture.
Austrian teenagers and young adults are “especially interested” in the origin of the food they consume and want organic production methods to be further adopted in the country, a new survey reveals.
Tosla’s success in passing the first phase of the EU’s Horizon 2020 SME Instruments program sends out a message to the sweetener industry, who in the past have expressed reservations to its approach to ‘reinventing sugar’.
The first Europe-wide strategy to reduce plastic pollution was adopted by the European Commission yesterday as part of its efforts to promote a circular economy model in the bloc.
Calories in processed foods such as pizzas and readymade sandwiches could be capped in the UK, according to recommendations in an upcoming report by advisory body Public Health England (PHE).
Sustainability efforts made by some of Europe’s leading food manufacturers slashed CO2 emissions from manufacturing operations by more than half in 2016 compared to a 1990 baseline, says the Food and Drink Federation (FDF).
New research finds that consumers are increasingly confused by the numerous – and sometimes contradictory – messages about food and health. A loss of trust in traditional sources of information adds to the chaos and stands as a barrier to the development...
In 2013, Mosa Meat showed the world what clean meat looks like; 'Burger 2.0' will now be ready in under 2 years. But it's not a case of being first, the CEO says. “The global meat market is worth over one trillion dollars. Four companies...
Firm limits on salt, fat and sugar, a tax on sugary drinks and a ban on the use of cartoon characters in food advertisements received strong support in a survey carried out by NHS Health Scotland.
Plant-based proteins may be booming but if sustainable eating is to become mainstream – and companies are to maximise sales – they should avoid vegan or vegetarian labels, says the executive director of the Good Food Institute (GFI).
Kinomi blends exotic flavours like Indian green mango and kombu seaweed with nuts including baru - a nutritious but little-known nut from Brazil. “I season lightly so the hero flavour is always the nut," the company's founder says.
Coeliac UK believe those afflicted with the condition have been overlooked by Starbucks' recent decision to introduce oat milk to their beverage offerings in the UK.
Agrifood giant Bayer has renewed its 2015 co-operation with the Round Table on Responsible Soy Association (RTRS), which saw it mobilise farmers and the use of certified soy in its supply chain.
Blaming genes for failing to lose weight may no longer be an excuse – in fact, genetic predisposition for obesity actually could magnify diet-based weight loss efforts, according to new research in The BMJ.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) wants feedback on the method it plans to use to calculate the maximum amount of sugar that can be included in a healthy diet.
The food sector has witnessed a jump in demand for protein. But conflicting pressures mean this complex issue requires a nuanced response and leadership from the food industry.
Manufacturers' Evolved Nutrition logo makes foods high in sugar, fat and salt seem healthier than they are, according to campaign group Foodwatch which has compared products under the UK's traffic light and the industry-own label.
The UK's two biggest retailers, Tesco and Sainsbury's, have launched private label vegan ranges after seeing demand for chilled vegetarian meals and meat alternatives jump by up to 25%.
Gluten-free products’ health benefits can be combined with environmental advantages, says an industrial-academia pact looking into boosting sustainability practices whilst improving the products’ nutritional value.
Global demand for sesame seeds is set to explode thanks to two very different macro-trends – the rise of fast food in Asia and healthy food in the West. Agrifood giant Olam is doubling capacity in its plants to meet that demand.
Plans by the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) to ban sales of sugar-sweetened drinks in hospitals in England have been backed by the British Soft Drink Association (BSDA), who praised the decision to include all sugar-added drinks.
