In a bid to raise awareness around portion sizes and encourage people to eat more balanced diets, the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) today (14 January) launched a portion size guide, Find Your Balance.
Nopal cactus is a native vegetable commonly eaten fresh in Mexico. But it's the high-fiber, high-calcium powder format that has true superfood status, says one Mexican supplier.
The UK’s Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a public consultation on the government’s plans to restrict promotions of food and drink products that are high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS).
Agri-food giant Avril says the purchase of German lecithin and phospholipids producer Lecico improves its position in the specialty ingredients market.
Netherlands-based Vion Food Group has revealed its organic supply chain De Groene Weg has produced a film designed to inform consumers about the ‘journey’ of organic meat from farmer to plate.
Meat prices in Belarus have continued to rise despite attempts by the Government to constrain the trend, according to data released by the National Statistical Committee of Belarus (Belstat).
UK fast food chains Nando’s and Subway have told GlobalMeatNews that the chicken they serve meets “the high standards its customers demand” in response to World Animal Protection’s latest report.
Researchers in Russia and the UK have published a study that suggests lycopene-enriched ice cream is a new functional food with clear antioxidant properties.
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.
Men and women may taste and see food differently – but efforts to tailor food and drink products to men and women risk appearing “outdated”, one researcher argues.
Two UK meal kit start-ups secured fresh capital totalling £24m (€26.8m) this week. The news demonstrates investment appetite for the recipe box subscription model remains strong.
Food companies are increasingly aware that processing big data, and sharing selected sets with competitors, can help boost their bottom line, says FurturMaster sales manager, Martin Sewell.
A natural antioxidant found in grain bran could act as a food preservative that also helps to reduce food waste by utilising what is currently a production side stream, researchers suggest.
Soaring demand for plant-based proteins in the UK has led to it overtaking Germany as the world’s leading country for vegan product launches, according to research analyst Mintel’s latest data.
The EU has committed €20 million to developing artificial intelligence (AI); Thailand is back in the good books after its yellow card for illegal fishing is removed; and EU food exports had record success in October.
The wholly-owned Danish subsidiary of the Norwegian producer, Orkla Foods Danmark, has entered into an agreement to purchase 90% of the shares in Easyfood to strengthen its position in channels that are reflecting a higher growth than traditional grocery...
Recommendations for healthy eating based on sustainable food choices have been published by the World Health Organization (WHO): “Food manufacturers have a big role at all levels,” says the director of nutrition for health and development.
The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) says it is ‘not surprised’ by findings that just 5% of consumers in the UK recognise its logo, noting that as a voluntary label, “not all companies want to draw attention to an ingredient that is one of many”....
UK food tech group OAL has launched the “world’s first” artificial intelligence-based vision system for date code verification. The company says the development reduces the risk of product recalls and emergency product withdrawals (EPWs).
Every year, retailers lose approximately $47.4 billion in sales because products are out-of-stock or improperly shelved, but consumer insights provider IRI has a new solution that uses artificial intelligence and machine-learning technology to ensure...
Nestlé has developed non-dairy coffee creamers with improved mouthfeel using a blend of red seaweed extracts and high oleic vegetable oils that have an extended shelf life of up to six months.
Dutch 3D printing specialist byFlow believes that by partnering with food industry multinationals the technology it develops will help shape the future of food – quite literally. And that future is personal, CEO Nina Hoff tells FoodNavigator.
A Swedish start-up has developed an organic, vegan, gluten-free tempeh made entirely out of split peas, which founder Pia Qvarnström hopes will help consumers transition to a more sustainable diet.
2019 is expected to be an important year for the sustainable food industry. Buoyed by the rising tide of concern over health, authenticity and environmentalism, European sales of sustainable foods are forecast to grow over the coming 12 months.
The World Steak Challenge is back for 2019. The celebration of steak from around the globe is returning for its fifth year and promises to be bigger and better than ever.
The European Union is investing in ‘future proof’ crop research to help increase agricultural yields, encourage optimal use of water and minerals, and secure food supply for the future.
Results of a randomized clinical trial from Mexico indicate that supplementation with the blue-green alga Spirulina may enhance the effects of exercise on body composition and cardiorespiratory fitness.
Biobased food ingredient supplier Corbion has completed construction of in-house production capabilities to manufacture powdered vinegar. The company says this will enable food manufacturers to deliver clean label products with an ingredient that is “highly...
The ingredients specialist has developed a 100% egg replacement solution suitable for a range of bakery goods that can be accompanied by a clean label declaration.
Senior consumers tend to be less willing to try novel food products and so healthy but traditional formats are best for protein-fortified foods, according to recent research.
A UK manufacturer of air-dried fruit crisps has launched a range of infusions that can be both served as a hot cup of loose leaf tea and eaten as a snack.
The nationwide strategy, which aims to reduce sugar, fats, and salt content in finished food products to promote healthy eating and reduce obesity levels, has received criticism for its voluntary approach.
Agricultural and food business firm Carr’s Group has made a strong start to the year, thanks to its acquisition of Animax earlier in 2018, as it posted its trading update for the 18-week period ended 5 January 2019.
Record Christmas sales for UK retailers showed that shoppers turned towards turkey crowns rather than whole turkeys during December in an attempt to crack down on endless leftovers, according to research analyst Kantar Worldpanel.
The UK government has been urged to implement mandatory ‘method of production’ labelling in order to “make good” on its promises and ensure the country’s agri-food sector sets the “gold standard” of production after Britain's withdrawal from the...
US-headquartered Cargill has completed the acquisition of Polish food and fresh chicken firm Konspol, adding a feed mill, broiler farms, and processing plants to its Global Poultry network.
Belgium’s Parliament has launched a public campaign to inform businesses about new slaughter methods after banning halal and kosher slaughtering in the Flanders region.
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software can integrate “every business function” from traceability to product development. According to software supplier Epicor, this helps manufacturers deliver safer food more efficiently.
The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) is calling on food manufacturers and stakeholders to give feedback on its updated guidance on food traceability, withdrawals and recalls.
Russian agricultural holding Miratorg plans to develop the Farsh burger restaurant chain as a federal project by offering franchise outlets to partners outside Moscow and St Petersburg.
Drinking vinegar with raw honey and a yerba mate beverage help consumers detox in the new year while other manufacturers are already gearing up for Easter. We take a look at some interesting recent food and drink launches.
Most Europeans prefer buying fish and seafood frozen but consumers in Mediterranean countries such as Greece and Spain prefer fresh, according to a 28,000-strong European Commission survey.
UK environment secretary Michael Gove has urged industry to embrace the potential of a fourth agricultural revolution: “We can guarantee a future for the UK as a major, global food producer.”
French pea protein supplier Roquette believes pea protein could make waves in the booming plant-based dairy alternative category. “It’s a big market, and there’s more innovation to come," says its head of pea protein.
