UK
Japanese desserts
A British producer of luxury Japanese mochi has launched two product lines to retail after years supplying the UK’s Japanese restaurants.
What next for soft drinks?
Following the publication of the SACN’s Carbohydrates and Health report, industry quickly expressed concern over its focus on sugar.
Report urges sugar reduction
There has been mixed response to the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition’s (SACN) final report on carbohydrates.
Innovators urged to claim grants worth €3m
EU wide project FoodIntegrity is urging academics, research firms, SMEs and industry to come up with innovative research projects to help fight food fraud.
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ROUND-UP: Packaging
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WRAP unveils five-year plan
WRAP has released a five-year plan, which aims to revolutionise the way that resources are used.
UK remains largest cider market
A new Canadean report predicts that global consumption of cider will grow at around 5% annually, reaching more than three billion litres in 2020.
Industry celebrated in parliament
This week I attended the Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF) parliamentary reception to celebrate the exceptional work of the UK food and drink industry, the largest manufacturing sector in the UK.
Two thirds of Brits ignore use by dates
New research from Mintel reveals that two thirds (67%) of UK consumers rely on their own senses rather than use by or best before dates to decide if a product is still suitable to eat.
Packaging experts join forces
KernPack has announced a new research partnership with the UK’s University of Portsmouth Business School.
Sealable dome lid
Following recent product innovation in skin and shrink films, KM Packaging has launched another lidding solution targeting premium foods – especially those which are bulky or awkwardly shaped.
Coding solution
Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Bury has developed the unique coded lids for a points based loyalty scheme for Yeo Valley, running across the majority of its product range.
Gluten labelling guide launched
A guide to support manufacturers on the labelling of food products containing gluten has been launched by the Food & Drink Federation (FDF).
Maggi Noodles safe in UK
Test results from samples of Maggi Noodles in the UK reveal that levels of lead in the product are well within EU permissible levels and would not be a concern to consumers, says the Food Standards Agency (FSA).