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‘Deeply frustrated and disappointed’: What does Brexit uncertainty mean for food and farming?

Following last night’s historic defeat in the House of Commons for the Government’s Brexit deal, representatives of the UK food and farming sectors urge policy makers to indicate what the alternatives are. We take a look at what the result means for business.

'A perfect value-for-money combination': Private label’s premium focus puts brands under pressure

Responding to shifting definitions of ‘value’, private label ranges are increasingly focusing on delivering affordable premium products. This is making it harder for branded food makers to justify their price premium.

Nutella rival’s ‘more ethical and healthier positioning’ to attract repeat customers, predicts analyst

Barilla’s chocolate hazelnut spread is palm oil-free, contains less saturated fat than Nutella, and according to Euromonitor analyst Emil Fazira, threatens Fererro’s stronghold in Italy’s bread spread market.

NPD trend tracker: From vegan seafood to Greek fine food

From a new line of vegan seafood options - including fish-free fish and prawn SKUs - to a range of traditional Greek fine foods, here is our round-up of some of the most exciting recent food product launches to hit the shelves in Europe.

Designer fatty acids: Researchers aim to utilise microalgae to produce ‘tailored health benefits’

The use of microalgae to produce a new fatty acid that combines both linoleic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid could herald a revolution in 'designer triacylglycerols' with tailored health benefits, say researchers.

Consultation process contributes to new 2019 EU novel food regulation

Maqui berries, casein hydrolysate and cacao pulp juice are amongst the foods subject to a consultation process that forms part of new EU regulation designed to improve conditions when bringing new and innovative foods to the market.