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Arla Foods begins consumer testing of packaging to reduce food waste
Arla Foods UK has begun consumer testing of a new indicator called Mimica Touch. When added to product packaging, the indicator can tell the consumer when the product is beginning to expire.
Lidl UK announces free-from range
Lidl UK has announced the launch of its first permanent free-from range available in stores nationwide.
Young’s Seafood announces factory closure in Annan
Young’s Seafood has announced that it has chosen to exit Deli and Meals production from its Pinneys site in Annan, Scotland as the production is no longer financially sustainable.
Lancashire Farm Dairies commits to free range products
Lancashire Farm Dairies has revealed that it will be using free range milk in all of its yogurt products, a move that is hoped will benefit cows and farmers.
Round Up: Ingredients
Here is your weekly round-up of ingredients news. Next week’s round-up will focus on packaging news.
Britvic encourages consumers to Drink Differently
Britvic has announced its new category vision entitled Drink Differently, which reveals a £2.6 billion soft drinks sales opportunity over the next five years.
Tetra Pak showcases new packaging material effects
Tetra Pak has launched a suite of new packaging material effects, known as Tetra Pak Artistry, to help food and beverage producers revitalise the look and feel of its products.
Fairtrade British brand unveils mini chocolate bars
Organic British chocolate brand Seed and Bean has announced the launch of its latest chocolate bar range: The Little One.
On-the-go consumers drive snack sales across Europe
According to data and technology specialist IRI, demand for convenience and food and drink ‘on-the-go’ is helping to drive sales of snacking products, particularly crisps and salty snacks, across Europe.
Demand for British booze bubbles over
Appetite for British food and drink from overseas continues to strengthen with alcohol at the top of the menu, according to research conducted by supply chain and data standards organisation GS1 UK.
Round Up: Shelf Life
Here is your weekly round-up of Shelf Life news. Next week’s round-up will focus on ingredients news.
Nestlé promises 100% recyclable packaging by 2025
Nestlé has announced its ambition to make 100% of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025. Its vision is that none of its packaging, including plastics, ends up in landfill or as litter.
Kerry Taste and Nutrition acquires Spanish-based Hasenosa
Kerry Taste and Nutrition has confirmed its acquisition of Spanish food producer Hasenosa.
£250k to promote Scottish produce
Small grants of around £5,000 each will be made available to promote Scottish produce.