labelling
Pret to introduce full ingredient labelling
Pret a Manger has begun to roll out full ingredient labelling of its products as part of its Five Point Allergy Plan.
AstroNova introduces grass-based labels
AstroNova is extending its range of labelling approved for direct foodstuff contact.
Automatic inspection system for coding and marking
A collaboration between SICK and AutoCoding Systems has resulted in the launch of a fully-automatic smart vision inspection system for printed coding and marking on food and beverage packaging.
Newly revised Choices criteria for healthier food presented to WHO
Choices International has presented its new and fully revised criteria for healthier food choices to Dr. Francesco Branca of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Consumers call for climate change labelling
Two-thirds of consumers support the idea of a recognisable carbon label to demonstrate that products have been made with a commitment to measuring and reducing their carbon footprint.
One in four consumers supports a ban on meat-related names for meat-free products
One in four consumers believes vegetarian products should not be allowed to have meat-related names like sausage or burger, a survey has found.
WRAP and OPRL announce strategic partnership
WRAP and OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) will work together towards meeting the UK’s recycling targets.
Ten years of OPRL
Founded in 2009 by a group of retailers and brands, the On-Pack Recycling Label celebrates a decade of recycling advice, as public readiness for radical action reaches tipping point.
Plant-Based Foods Association responds to FDA on “milk” labelling
The Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) has responded on behalf of its 130 members to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s proposals to change the use of dairy names for plant-based alternatives.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
UK consumers call for better labelling as half consume food excluded from their diets
With news of tougher food labelling laws being proposed to prevent further deaths of people with allergies, new research has found that a staggering 55% of UK consumers have unintentionally consumed food restricted from their diet.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing
Consumer confusion over free-from allergen labelling
Allergen food labels are a source of confusion for today’s Brits according to latest research from Mintel, as only 37% of consumers agree that it is easy to identify which allergens a product is free from by its label.
Round Up: Packaging
Here is your weekly round-up of packaging news. Next week’s round-up will focus on processing news.
Business news, Food safety, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
Coop improves labelling with NiceLabel
Swiss food manufacturer Coop has selected NiceLabel, a global developer of label design software and label management systems, to help it improve accuracy of labelling and food safety and streamline its labelling processes at its factories and in-store bakeries.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sporting behaviour? I think not
While I will always defend the industry in its continued efforts to help point consumers in the right direction when it comes to a healthy, balanced diet, I’ll also speak out when I believe it has acted irresponsibly.