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‘Companies need to re-assess the way they communicate about their purchase of carbon credits’: EU agrees ban on ‘climate neutral’ claims by 2026

The EU has agreed more details about proposals to ban ‘climate neutral’ claims by 2026, which bring implications for the carbon offset market.

Tastewise's TasteGPT can streamline many aspects of the NPD process. Image Source: andresr/Getty Images

‘If we take a conversational engine and we couple it with our data, you'll get something remarkable’: How Tastewise’s TasteGPT tool streamlines NPD

At Tastewise’s Generative AI summit last week, the company showcased its new TasteGPT tool, which uses generative AI to streamline concepts for NPD.

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Pioneering the evolution of plant proteins for enhanced health and wellness at an affordable price

Achieving a harmonious blend of health benefits, delicious taste and affordability in plant-based proteins is challenging but the rewards will be great.

Initially launching with muesli, Rude Health has since expanded its breakfast cereal range, stepped into snacks, and in a strategic move that has more than paid off, entered the plant-based milk alternative category. Image credit: Rude Health

‘We’re not trying to mimic milk’: Rude Health backs nutrition-forward strategy amid plant-based ‘shakedown’

The breakfast brand’s commitment to clean label – or as clean label as functionality allows – will see it through the current plant-based ‘shakedown’, co-founder and brand director Camilla Barnard tells FoodNavigator.

The impact of reformulation: producer’s nightmare or brand boost?

Industry leaders take the Bakery&Snacks’ podium to discuss the movement that is increasingly impacting all areas when it comes to creating stand out snacks, from trickier better-for-you formulations that do not compromise on indulgence, to simpler...

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Oat drinks and beer: Single process technology

Plant-based products, such as oat milk, are becoming increasingly popular. As the market evolves, the possibilities for oat drinks production is expanding.

General Mills favors ‘remarkable brand building’ over ‘deep discounts’ to win consumers

General Mills eked out low single-digit sales gains in the first quarter thanks in part to higher prices pushed through late in fiscal 2023 to offset inflation, but the gains cost the company volume and market share as consumers become “increasingly cautious,”...

Brits want a bread that offers a balanced taste, a soft texture and is high in fibre, vitamins and minerals. Pic: Puratos

50/50 loaf is the ‘holy grain’ for converting white bread lovers

Research from Puratos UK has revealed a 50/50 loaf with invisible grains could tempt Brits to eat more fibre.

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How yeast extract can enhance flavour and texture in meat sauces

Consumers are increasingly seeking foods with cleaner labels that still deliver on taste and texture. How can yeast extract help manufacturers optimize flavour and mouthfeel in sauces and offer consumers healthier options?

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BPA is found in a range of plastic food and beverage packaging. Image Source: sturti/Getty Images

BPA above acceptable levels across Europe, EU warns after assessing 11 countries

The well-loved döner kebab is made from meat stacked on a vertical skewer, which turns slowly on a rotisserie, before being sliced and served with accompaniments. Image source: Unilever

Unilever R&D tie-up develops vegan döner kebab that cooks vertically, mimics ‘shaving and grilling behaviour’

Danone works with dairy farmers in its regenerative agriculture programme. Image Source: Tony C. French/Getty Images

‘It’s a change of agricultural practice‘: Danone’s regenerative agriculture programmes with dairy farmers

Agrobiodiversity is important for a healthy food system, and its lack has several negative consequences, according to Szymon. Image Source: Wirestock/Getty Images

‘Many forgotten crops have been neglected by global food systems’: Threats to agrobiodiversity and the benefits of crop diversification

Biotechnology is a key aspect of what the Plenty Foundation does. Image Source: deliormanli/Getty Images

Biotech non-profit launches to mitigate food insecurity in Africa through cell- and plant-based hybrids

Yeast ingredients show ‘great potential’ as alternative proteins in the food industry, project reveals

SuperMeat's chicken cell line meets kosher standards, according to OU Kosher. GettyImages/Ugur Karakoc

How does a cultivated chicken cell line meet kosher standards?

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‘Companies need to re-assess the way they communicate about their purchase of carbon credits’: EU agrees ban on ‘climate neutral’ claims by 2026

Ferrero invests in Chicago with new confectionery R&D labs

On-demand webinar: Functional drinks 'account for the value growth' in US beverage market

dsm-firmenich reinvigorates the better-for-you yogurt category with pH-stabilizing starter cultures

How is meat consumption affecting climate change?

Better taste, better bite: Can ingredient and tech innovations fire-up plant-based meat sales?

The FoodNavigator Podcast: Why avoiding terms like ‘vegan,’ ‘vegetarian,’ or ‘meatless’ may boost the plant-based market

From ‘pandemic peaks’ to sales slumps: Grasping the rollercoaster of plant-based meat consumption

‘A vitamin B12 deficiency can have very unpleasant consequences’: Can B12 work in plant-based meat?

New AI aims to reduce food and beverage product launch risk

Sainsbury’s claims to ‘raise the steaks’ with lower carbon beef

How to revive flagging demand for plant-based meat

Is a ‘climate cost’ model set to shake up supermarkets’ sustainability stances?

Danone teams up with Chr Hansen on dairy and plant-based innovation as part of Partner for Growth initiative

Organix eyes ‘window of opportunity’ to introduce new flavours and textures to kids

Public investment in alternative proteins is strong, but conventional meat still dominates

More studies reveal potential health benefits of turmeric

Unilever research: Greenwashing fears thwart sustainability messaging among influencers

BPA above acceptable levels across Europe, EU warns after assessing 11 countries

‘The risk we have here is enough to manage’: Athlete turned entrepreneur Floyd Landis discusses how regulatory uncertainty threatens the global CBD industry

Seaweed start-up secures fresh funds million to scale and commercialise

Unilever R&D tie-up develops vegan döner kebab that cooks vertically, mimics ‘shaving and grilling behaviour’

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