Packaging
Ground-breaking work by Nestlé research produces first recyclable paper packaging on snack bar
A technical breakthrough in confectionery packaging will see Nestlé’s ‘YES!’ snack bar range wrapped in recyclable paper for the first time.
Archives for July 2, 2019
Chef takes on ‘unsustainable’ milk chocolate sector with upcycled ingredients
French start-up Linnolat is upcycling defatted nuts and seeds to make a vegan alternative to milk and white chocolate.
Sustainability campaigners demand consolidation of eco-labelled products
Consolidation of eco-labelled products is badly needed, according to speakers at the 11th European edition of the Sustainable Food Summit held last month in Amsterdam.
Food reformulation in Portugal boasts healthy predictions, yet ‘small’ influence on premature deaths
A study examining Portugal’s food reformulation targets reveals a predicted decline in non-communicable disease mortality. However, researchers say Portugal is “currently not on track” to achieve its impending 2025 objective of reducing premature deaths...
Meat Business Women to host Irish event
Industry networking group Meat Business Women (MBW) is to host its first event in Ireland later this year.
Backlash against Mercosur deal rages on
More representatives of the European meat industry have spoken out against the EU-Mercosur agreement reached last week that will see more produce from member states exported to Europe.
Karro Food Group acquires Young’s Seafood
Pork processor Karro Food Group has acquired Young’s Seafood in a bid to create a new multi-protein food group.
Snackex 2019
It’s all about understanding the consumer and offering the right snack at the right time for the right occasion
This year, Barcelona in Spain played host to Snackex 2019, the 18th edition of Europe’s only international business event dedicated to the savory snacks sector.
Mars Edge and foodspring agree deal to explore personalised nutrition
Mars Edge is to acquire a majority stake in startup foodspring in a deal that prioritises personalised nutrition and represents the first investment for the foodmaker’s health foods division.