DS Smith explores consumers’ response to Retail Ready Packaging
Manufacturers across Europe are being asked to take part in pioneering research into consumers’ response to Retail Ready Packaging (RRP).
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British dairy supply chain a ‘global leader’ in terms of environmental sustainability: Industry report
The British dairy supply chain – comprising farmers, processors and retailers – is a “global leader” in terms of environmental sustainability, an industry-funded report has claimed.
Pleasure from food can be seen in the eyes, researchers find
The pleasure derived from eating certain foods may be seen in the eyes – a finding that could help food scientists develop tasty foods that without the ‘side effect’ of excessive calories, according to a small study published in the journal Obesity.
Olive powder could combat E.coli on hamburgers
Olive powder and other plant compounds are being studied to see if they have the ability to combat foodborne pathogens on hamburgers.
Private label ‘perfect storm’ will not shake snacks, says Euromonitor
There’s a perfect storm brewing for private label across Europe, but big brand strength will shelter snack makers, says Euromonitor.
Fat replacement trend drives European demand for emulsifiers
Europe is the world’s biggest market for food emulsifiers as food manufacturers have ramped up fat reduction efforts, according to a new report from RnRMarketResearch.
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Audits are not just about ticking boxes, says LRQA
Audits are not just about ticking boxes and companies need to show a systematic and preventive approach to ensure food safety, according to LRQA.
LycoRed develops new tomato-derived red colours to replace carmine
LycoRed has developed new shades of its tomato-derived lycopene red colouring, which it says are similar to those from insect-derived carmine.
Food supply chain reps back plan to halve EU food waste by 2020
Food industry representatives from across the European food supply chain have pledged to halve edible food waste in the EU by 2020, in a declaration signed in Brussels on Tuesday.