Scientists develop edible, biodegradable, anti-microbial plastic for food packaging
Scientists have developed a new ‘green plastic’ that is produced from gelatin, clay and a nano-emulsion of black pepper essential oil.
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Social media crackdown: Let's challenge the role of influencers in junk food marketing
Spain has proposed a ban on influencers, famous sportspeople, and television presenters advertising HFSS food and drink to children. It’s imperative national governments take notice.
Coca-Cola withdraws business from Russia while other companies remain
Coca-Cola is the latest major global food and beverage giant to suspend operations in Russia as an act of protest against the Russian invasion and continued attack on Ukraine and follows similar announcements made by PepsiCo, Starbucks, and McDonald's.
ASC plans historic certification overhaul to boost fish farming’s image
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council has announced plans for what will represent the biggest overall of its certification scheme since its inception as it seeks to bust the ‘myths’ surrounding farmed fish.
Women-driven partnership spearheads ‘food system renaissance’ with upcycled vegan cookies
Two Californian women-owned companies have joined forces to prove that the next generation of plant-based foods can put the climate change fight back into the hands of consumers.