Food reformulation is not slowing down in the recession, according to figures published by the FDF, but regulators should be aware that economic factors could affect priorities going forward.
The refusal by regulators to provide a formal definition of the
term 'natural' will ultimately lead to confusion for consumers and
a legal headache for manufacturers.
More than a thousand new food products claiming to be additive- and
preservative-free have been launched in the UK this year, according
to Mintel, representing almost a quarter of all launches and nearly
three times as many as any...
Energy drinks are adding a touch of zest to the European soft
drinks market, with Mintel's Global New Products Database revealing
an array of weird and wonderful names, ingredients and marketing
ploys designed to entice consumers...
Innovation continues to drive new product development. Recent
highlights from Mintel’s GNPD (Global New Products Database) reveal
a pint of ale ice-cream, rice-based FABs and bubble-gum tea.
Growing consumer awareness about health issues and the potential
benefits of a healthy diet, mixed with concerns about genetic
engineering, have created an expanding market for natural and
organic products. A look at the Mintel Global...
The latest round-up from Mintel's GNPD reveals that innovation in
the food and drink industry is still going strong. Evidence that
innovation remains a number one priority for food manufacturers is
all apparent in the latest...
Innovative or unusual packaging can certainly help a product to
stand out from the crowd. Our latest look at the Mintel Global New
Products Database focuses on just a handful of the new shapes and
materials being used to market food...
Recent food and drink highlights from Mintel's GNPD (Global New
Products Database) include fruity cappuccino, confectionery
products packaged like hair mousse and chocolate CDs featuring
Elvis Presley songs.
