New products
Digital technologies are key for UK food and drink industry
According to new research from Accenture, food and drink companies could unlock an estimated £56 billion in value over the next decade by harnessing digital technologies.
Heavenly developments for family snacking brand
Family snacking brand Heavenly has announced the expansion of its current range with the introduction of new smaller pack sizes, as well as a new sub-brand for its 12+ months snacks range.
Eyes on the prize
“We eat first with our eyes” is a saying with various origin stories. However, it doesn’t really matter who said it first, because modern science has proven that it is true. Miguel Campos explains how important it is for food manufacturers to engage consumers with the right packaging
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
BNF explores whether oral nutraceuticals help skin beauty from within
A review of published research conducted by nutrition scientists at the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) reveals a very limited evidence base to support some of the ingredients used in popular orally consumed beauty supplements that promise ‘youthful’, ‘firm’ and ‘glowing’ skin.
Rachel’s launches new limited edition yogurt
Organic dairy brand Rachel’s has expanded its popular Greek style range with the launch of its new Limited Edition Strawberry and Marc de Champagne Greek style yogurt.
Round Up: Shelf Life
Here is your weekly round-up of Shelf Life news. Next week’s round-up will focus on ingredients news.
Pecan Deluxe’s £3m investment plans are underway
Inclusions specialist Pecan Deluxe Candy (Europe) has announced that its £3 million factory extension is due for completion in October 2018.
Arla Foods announces £460m global investment
Arla Foods has announced a plan to invest almost half a billion pounds (€527 million) in 2018 as the company continues to deliver on its 2020 growth ambition.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Mr Stanley’s to launch alcohol infused fudges
Mr Stanley’s Confectionery is to launch three new flavours of alcohol-themed fudges at international confectionery trade show ISM in Germany this month.
Round Up: Shelf Life
Here is your weekly round-up of Shelf Life news. Next week’s round-up will focus on ingredients news.
Walkers debuts new Max Strong spicy crisps
PepsiCo owned snack brand Walkers is launching a new product aimed at social sharing occasions, Walkers Max Strong.
Little Jude’s unveils flavoured milks
Following the success of its low sugar milk lollies, British ice cream brand Little Jude’s has announced the launch of two new flavoured milk products.
Ball unveils its smallest ever can format
Ball Corporation is adding a 15cl slim can format to its range of beverage packaging options in Europe.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Vegan on the go
Those that are participating in Veganuary this year – a bit like Dry January, but instead of giving up alcohol for January, it challenges people to adopt veganism for the month – are already more than one week into their pledges.