Legislation to end abuses of power in UK dairy supply chain to go before parliament
New legislation to ensure fair and transparent dairy contracts has been laid before parliament after many years of campaigning from UK farming unions.
Archives for February 20, 2024
Startup tips: What to know about private equity funding, exit strategies, co-manufacturer agreements
From understanding when to exit to securing favorable agreements with co-manufacturers, food and beverage startups are facing a myriad of business challenges that are likely to persist throughout 2024 as private-equity capital continues to dry up,...
How can alcohol brands ensure their marketing doesn’t appeal to children?
Should beer brands use cartoon characters? Will bright colors appeal to children? What about celebrity tie-ups or sweet-flavored spirits? 2023 saw a rise in the number of alcohol brands that found themselves in hot water with advertising authorities over...
‘Glocal’-loving Gen Zers seek brand reliability in 2024
Falling into loyalists and reluctants, Generation Z consumers value reliability and brand experience, remaining avid trendwatchers, looking for products on social channels that appeal to their price and quality expectations.
Big Brother is nudging you: Consumer acceptance of nudge interventions in food
Nudge interventions have been a favourite of public policy for years, making small changes to food environments to persuade consumers to eat more healthily and sustainably without impacting choice. But which nudge interventions do consumers respond to best?
Are red nets an eco-friendly alternative to pesticides?
A recent study has found that red nets are more effective than black or white nets in preventing onion thrips from damaging crops. So, could red nets be the solution environmentalists have been searching for to help reduce agricultural reliance on the...
Myprotein: Breaking stereotypes and empowering women in sports nutrition
A significant number of women still do not perceive sports nutrition as essential for their fitness goals, a persisting misconception that The Hut Group (THG), owner of supplement brand Myprotein, is working to dispel.