Regulatory
Fibrepack anticipates food sector growth after gaining Declaration of Compliance
Sustainable Fibrepak – a natural packaging material that uses thermoformed wet pulp – is set to make waves in the food sector after meeting stringent EU regulations.
BNF survey reveals confusion about ultra-processed foods
A new survey from the British Nutrition Foundation suggests that people find it difficult to distinguish between foods classed as ultra-processed and other processed foods.
Pressure mounts to keep cooling equipment compliant
Temperature control solutions specialist Aggreko is reminding manufacturers of the importance of complying with the F-Gas ban a year on from its introduction.
Bureau Veritas urges food businesses to create robust plan ahead of allergen labelling changes
With new regulations coming into effect this year making allergen labelling compulsory on pre-packed food for direct sale, Bureau Veritas is welcoming the changes whilst urging businesses to set out a clear plan for the transition.
EU challenged by plant-based community on ‘climate-hostile’ amendment
ProVeg International, Oatly and Upfield have launched a petition to stop Amendment 171, which seeks to ban the use of dairy-related terms when describing or packaging plant-based foods.
FDF urges UK government to revisit promotional restrictions on unhealthy foods
The Food and Drink Federation has expressed deep concern that proposals risk hindering progress with voluntary reformulation.
10 highlights of the plant-based sector during 2020
ProVeg International details 10 highlights that tell the story of the dynamic, innovative plant-based sector in 2020.
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Waste for good…
Circularity is not just about returns, companies have to take more responsibility, with residual resources, such as food processing surplus streams.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
‘tis the season to be jolly?..
2020 has been an extremely trying year. All businesses have been profoundly impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Aggreko advises on cold storage operations for UK companies preparing for Brexit
Temporary cooling systems and chillers could provide a way to safeguard against the rapidly shifting situation, according to Aggreko.
New Food Foundation report calls on food industry to set and report on health & sustainability targets
The Food Foundation is calling on food businesses to set targets for shifting revenue towards producing and selling healthier and more sustainable food.
Public health directors urge UK government to improve Healthy Start scheme
The Healthy Start scheme provides pregnant women and low-income families with children under 4 with free vitamins and food vouchers to purchase vegetables, fruit, pulses and milk.
New rules and GI logos announced to protect British food & drink
The UK Government has announced new legislation and geographical indication logos to guarantee authenticity and origin of British produce.
EU veggie ‘burger’ ban challenged across Europe
A petition launched by ProVeg International against banning terms such as ‘burger’ and ‘sausage’ from vegan and vegetarian options has exceeded 100,000 signatures.