New dairy and dairy alternative product launches in August

Has another month gone by already? That means itâs our monthly look at some of the new products being launched.

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Nestlé R+D Accelerator inaugurated

Today, Nestlà officially inaugurated its largest R+D Accelerator, at the company's fundamental research center in Lausanne, Switzerland.

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Chicken sold in Dutch supermarkets to lead a ‘better life’ by 2023: ‘This is a big step towards better animal welfare’

By the end of 2023, all fresh chicken sold in Dutch supermarket chains will carry the âBeter Levenâ (Better Life) label bearing at least one star.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/31/Chicken-sold-in-Dutch-supermarkets-to-lead-a-better-life-by-2023-This-is-a-big-step-towards-better-animal-welfare?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Swapping out table salt for a reduced sodium added potassium alternative would ‘save millions of lives’, finds research

Is reduced sodium substitute worth its salt? Fresh research indicates the added potassium alternative âsignificantly reducesâ risk of stroke and death.

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Protein 2.0 webinar: What’s the greenest, most efficient way to make high-quality food protein?

From 'animal-free' dairy proteins, to RuBisCO protein from a fast-growing aquatic plant that behaves like egg white, to 'Superbrewed' bacterial protein, the so-called 'alternative protein' market is rapidly heating up. But how scalable and sustainable are some of these new offerings, and are consumers on board?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/08/27/Protein-2.0-What-s-the-greenest-most-efficient-way-to-make-high-quality-food-protein?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From meatless chicken to organic passata

This week's gallery features Meatless Farm's launch of its first chicken retail product, and new passatas made with zero air miles and 100% renewable energy.

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How ag investment can bring water and climate goals within reach: ‘Our traditional ways of working have not kept pace with the changes the world is undergoing’

For the Global South to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, help stabilise global warming and protect water resources, agricultural innovation is needed. Investing US$15.2bn a year more will bring a number of âcritical goalsâ within reach, according to new research.

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Charity calls for industry help as food waste soars

Businesses should focus on how they can help prevent food waste in the home and nudge people towards habits that stop waste from happening, according to food waste charity WRAP.

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ADM leverages scale for sustainability: ‘We see this as a unique and important opportunity’

ADM connects crops to market, processing agricultural commodities for human and animal health. We caught up with Alison Taylor, the companyâs Chief Sustainability Officer, to learn how this unique position in the supply chain, coupled with ADMâs global scale, allows the company to contribute to environmental goals.

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'The health benefits are becoming clearer... the future looks very exciting: What's the CBD sector's next play?

Many factors have held back CBD as ingredient in mainstream food and drink products. What will the market look like when these challenges recede?

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Ingredients for success: grain costs and coating trends

European maize prices dip, while wheat costs stay high - plus savoury coating trends, innovation for healthier protein bars and plant-based solutions for hybrid products all feature in our August Ingredients for success.

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Controlling the art of mass producing the perfect climate smart loaf

Bread is an age-old staple that conjures up uncomplicated natural wholesomeness, however, the difference between theory and practice is miles apart. Certainly, mass producing bread demands specialised equipment that will pinpointedly control the process from the beginning to the end.

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'We know the market is there, parents need convenience products': Brands spot gap in market for 3+ age group

Food companies are attempting to capitalise on shifting trends in the toddler food category.

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Should plant-based or cow’s milk have a higher VAT?

In some European countries, plant-based milk is subjected to a significantly higher VAT than cowâs milk. Is this how it should be?

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PepsiCo invests in ‘largest and most sustainable’ plant in Europe

Snacks-to-drinks giant PepsiCo is investing in what it says will be its âlargest and most sustainableâ food manufacturing plant in Europe.

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Are saturated fats from meat and dairy equally bad for the heart?

How do saturated fats from different dietary sources â notably meat and dairy â impact risk of cardiovascular diseases, ischaemic heart disease, and stroke?

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Who has grabbed top spot in Rabobank’s Global Dairy Top 20?

Rabobank has published its eagerly-awaited annual Global Dairy Top 20 report for 2021.

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Buzzing on sustainability: Half of all coffee launches carry ethical or environmental claim

In 2020, 48% of coffee launches made at least one sustainable claim, according to Mintel Global New Products Database.

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Cell-based seafood: Scaffolding tech in focus to achieve ‘flaky’ cultivated fish

Developments in scaffolding technology will help advance solutions for sustainable seafood, according to the Good Food Institute.

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Nestlé report aims to ‘hold ourselves accountable’ in infant formula marketing

Nestlà makes available a report outlining efforts to comply with formula marketing guidelines that in recent years has been a subject of contention for the owners of the Gerber and NAN baby food brands.

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European Commission set to act on ending child labour in cocoa sector

The European Commission (EC) has reiterated its commitment to ending all forms of child labour by 2025 and will use trade incentives, such as General Scheme of Preferences, to cooperate with partners to combat the problem.

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Vegan own labels compared: Who ranks best for price, protein and choice?

With more people moving towards a plant-based diet, a new study puts UK supermarket vegan offerings under the microscope.

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Danone talks regenerative agriculture: Linking dairy and plant-based at a farm level can yield sustainability gains

Danone was an early corporate proponent of regenerative agriculture, signalling its intention to tackle emissions through regenerative practices back in 2017. We caught up with Yann-GaÃl Rio, the companyâs VP of agriculture, procurement and sustainability, to learn more about how this is being implemented on the ground.

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Berries, apples, pears and wine all good for the gut and heart, research reveals

A new study suggests consuming higher levels of flavonoid-rich foods can lower blood pressure levels â which can in part be explained by greater variances in the gut microbiome.

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Snack yourself young: Study investigates the effects of daily almond consumption on wrinkles

A study by American research found that eating almonds daily reduces wrinkle severity â along with improving skin pigmentation â in postmenopausal women.

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‘The sector is behind over a quarter of total emissions’: Global investor group steps up pressure on industry over climate goals

The Climate Action 100+ coalition says food and beverage companies are ânot on trackâ for an 85% cut in emissions by 2050.

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Food waste recognition tech for professional kitchens receives investment boost

Dutch start-up Orbisk, which says its monitor can help hotels, restaurants, and industrial kitchens reduce food waste, is scaling up in preparation for market entry.

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NPD Trend Tracker: From ice cream made with baby milk to energy boosting powders

In this week's new product development gallery, we spotlight a new ice cream targeting adults but made from infant formula and energy boosting powders for endurance athletes and others seeking an energy lift.

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How local sourcing buffers Weetabix against supply shocks: ‘It protects us from fluctuations in the wider wheat supply chain’

Poor harvests globally are pushing up wheat prices and raising concerns over supply constraints. But, despite âtemperamentalâ weather this summer, the UKâs biggest cereal brand says its local sourcing strategy has paid off.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/23/How-local-sourcing-buffers-Weetabix-against-supply-shocks-It-protects-us-from-fluctuations-in-the-wider-wheat-supply-chain?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Opportunities for ‘climate-smart fisheries’ identified

Climate-smart fisheries can change the fate of our oceans and thrive amid heightened consumer interest in sustainable seafood, according to a new report from WWF, Marine Conservation Society and RSPB.

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Parmigiano Reggiano and Grana Padano refuse traffic light labelling: ‘Nutri-Score undermines PDOs’

The Consortia of PDO cheeses Parmigiano Reggiano and Grana Padano have spoken out against nutrition labelling scheme Nutri-Score, suggesting its algorithm âmisleads and deceivesâ consumers.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/23/Parmigiano-Reggiano-and-Grana-Padano-refuse-traffic-light-labelling-Nutri-Score-undermines-PDOs?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Euromonitor: How are consumers thinking about sugar reduction and sweeteners?

Sugar reduction has become a macro health trend among consumers who believe the dietary shift leads to general wellness and health, according to Euromonitor research.

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Nutrition and tech experts bring carb-coding power to the masses with AI startup

A team of esteemed data scientists and performance nutritionists have joined forces to create a personalised nutrition app which brings the newly discovered power of âcarb codingâ from the worl of elite sports, to the everyday active consumer.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/08/23/Nutrition-and-tech-experts-bring-carb-coding-power-to-the-masses-with-AI-startup?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Mars Advanced Research Institute: ‘We're looking at those truly next generation technology solutions’

The Mars Advanced Research Institute (MARI) is a division of Mars examining how developments in science and technology are going to shape the future food system. Dr Abi Stevenson, Mars VP of MARI, told us her unit is âlooking at those truly next generation solutionsâ. So, what developments have caught the eye of Mars scientists?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/20/Mars-Advanced-Research-Institute-We-re-looking-at-those-truly-next-generation-technology-solutions?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Belfast scientists unveil testing to tackle white pepper fraud

Bia Analytical, a Queen's University Belfast spin out, has added white pepper to its expanding range of authenticity tests.

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Brand plans to be UK’s first net zero carbon ready meal

The Wild Hare Group is using its environmental backstory to break into the cut throat world of ready meals.

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How can pharma help cultivated meat ‘unlock the biggest bottleneck’ in the industry?

From bioreactors to flu vaccines and cell proliferation, the pharmaceutical industry has experience in avian cell production that can help the cultivated meat industry scale, according to Gourmey's CSO Antoine Davydoff.

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Call for restrictions as sugary yoghurts are named and shamed

Parents are âmisledâ by high-sugar yogurts with child-friendly packaging, according to researchers at Action on Sugar.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/19/Call-for-restrictions-as-sugary-yoghurts-are-named-and-shamed?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

CSI seafood: Thai Union tapping DNA forensics for fish traceability and authentication

Seafood multinational giant Thai Union is using the principles of forensic science to prevent food fraud, leveraging on DNA technologies to provide traceability and authentication for its seafood products.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2021/08/19/CSI-seafood-Thai-Union-tapping-DNA-forensics-for-fish-traceability-and-authentication?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

New studies on plastic packaging reveal UK companies unaware of new tax while consumers heap expectation on manufacturers and retailers

With less than a year to go until the Plastic Packaging Tax is introduced in the UK, a study by Veolia shows 83% of businesses asked were not even aware of the tax.

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Consumers increasingly ‘making the link between gut health and overall health’

Todayâs shoppers are more motivated to support their digestive health status and to improve specific health issues, believes BENEO.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/18/Consumers-increasingly-making-the-link-between-gut-health-and-overall-health?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Kefir and kombucha unbottled: Industry experts talk gut microbes, health claims, and bubbling growth

How can fermented beverages boost immunity and gut health? Do consumers understand the health benefit of kefir and kombucha? And where are these sectors headed in the next five years? Kombucha Brewers International (KBI) and UK kefir maker Biotiful Dairy weigh in.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/18/Kefir-and-kombucha-unbottled-Industry-experts-talk-gut-microbes-health-claims-and-bubbling-growth?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

UK food hit by trade challenges and staff shortages in wake of Brexit and COVID

New research from Lumina Intelligence sheds light on the challenges that are top of mind for UK business leaders in the food and beverage sector.

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Why don’t consumers swap out meat for meat substitutes?

Fresh research in Sweden is exploring why, when pressure is building to reduce environmental impact by reducing meat consumption, some consumers are reluctant to do so.

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Innovation in good-for-your-gut food unlocks health benefits from stress to sleep

With gut friendly foods continuing to strike a chord with consumers, we take a look at the health benefits they can unlock - from immunity to sleep and stress - and ask how this will support category growth.

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Shiitake happens: Mushrooms to play key role in immunity nutrition and health, concludes report

Concerns over immune health and the pandemic has thrust the humble mushroom into the spotlight as experts hail the fungiâs ability to interact with gut microbes that influence healthy immune and inflammatory responses.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/08/18/Shiitake-happens-Mushrooms-to-play-key-role-in-immunity-nutrition-and-health-concludes-report?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Industry insights from NIZO: Making pathogen and spoiler control an integral part of dairy and plant-based product development

All too often, controlling pathogenic and spoilage microbes in a new or reformulated food product comes at the end of the development process. Renà Floris, NIZO Food Research Division Manager and member of the FoodNavigator expert advisory panel hears from Marjon Wells-Bennik, NIZOâs Principal Scientist Food Safety, to discuss how a more holistic approach from the start can solve potential problems as part of the product development itself.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/18/Industry-insights-from-NIZO-Making-pathogen-and-spoiler-control-an-integral-part-of-dairy-and-plant-based-product-development?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Mintel: Is the ‘plant-based’ claim losing credibility with consumers?

Just as the term âall-naturalâ has lost much of its healthy-image luster over the years, the claim of âplant-basedâ also may be at risk of losing some of its better-for-you significance with consumers, according to Mintel research.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/08/12/Mintel-Is-the-plant-based-claim-losing-credibility-with-consumers?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Cell-based disruption: How many factories, and at what capacity, are required to supply 10% of the meat market?

If the cultivated meat industry were to set the ambitious target of supplying 10% of the global meat market, how much product would be required? How many factories, containing how many bioreactors, would need to be built? And where?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/13/Cell-based-disruption-How-many-factories-and-at-what-capacity-are-required-to-supply-10-of-the-meat-market?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What can food companies learn about sustainability from Indigenous Peoples’ food systems?

Quite a lot, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/13/What-can-food-companies-learn-about-sustainability-from-Indigenous-Peoples-food-systems?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

New biological pathway identified to improve dairy cattle health and productivity

An ag-tech company says it has discovered a new genomic pathway -- a series of interactions among molecules in a cell that leads to a certain product or a change in a cell and which can trigger the assembly of new molecules, such as a fat or protein â to improve the health and fertility of dairy cattle.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/13/New-biological-pathway-identified-to-improve-dairy-cattle-health-and-productivity?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

'Code red for humanity' climate change report warns of food security risk: is industry ahead or behind the game?

In a landmark report, the UNâs intergovernmental panel on climate change (IPCC) gave the first major review of the science of climate change since 2013.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/12/Code-red-for-humanity-climate-change-report-warns-of-food-security-risk-is-industry-ahead-or-behind-the-game?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Europe sets new cadmium limits in fruits, vegetables and cereals

The European Commission is setting new maximum levels for cadmium and lead in certain foods, in an effort to combat cancer.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/12/Europe-sets-new-cadmium-limits-in-fruits-vegetables-and-cereals?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘Beer drought’ threat looms closer as union votes to strike

The threat of a later summer beer drought looms closer, as Unite members across GXO Logistics Drinks â formerly XPO Logistics Drinks â sites vote in favour of strike action over a âpaltryâ pay offer.

Read more about it via https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2021/08/12/Beer-drought-threat-looms-closer-as-union-votes-to-strike?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

What do Millennials think of palm oil? Nestlé investigates

The food giant has sought to understand how important sustainability is to 25-45 years olds in the UK and Ireland, and how this translates to their perception of palm oil and their purchase decisions, Dr Emma Keller, Head of Sustainability, Nestlà UK & Ireland tells FoodNavigator.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/12/What-do-Millennials-think-of-palm-oil-Nestle-investigates?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘This will help set a precedent for the future of food...’ Judge rules in Miyoko’s favor in plant-based butter case: ‘Quite simply, language evolves…’

A judge handling a high-profile lawsuit* over the use of dairy terminology on plant-based products has ruled in favor of Miyokoâs Creamery in its legal spat with the State of California over its use of terms such as âbutterâ on plant-based products, in an order experts say could have wider ramifications.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/08/11/This-will-help-set-a-precedent-for-the-future-of-food-Judge-rules-in-Miyoko-s-favor-in-plant-based-butter-case-Quite-simply-language-evolves?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Food tech ‘driving down price of alt-meat’ as another report predicts a market poised for growth

Plant-based nutrition company Equinom claims its novel approach to improving seeds and deliver high-quality source ingredients is the key to driving down prices in the sector.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/11/Food-tech-driving-down-price-of-alt-meat-as-another-report-predicts-a-market-poised-for-growth?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

HelloFresh results illustrate meal-kit sector’s still-huge room for growth

Equity analysts remain bullish on the meal-kit deliver sector after HelloFresh posted another a strong set of results.

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Cell-based or cell-cultured: What's the best name for next-gen seafood made from fish cells?

With terminology ranging from cell-based to cell-cultured, cultivated, clean, and in vitro, how can consumer research help industry settle on one single term for next-gen seafood made from fish cells?

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‘SARS-CoV-2 is not a direct food safety concern…’ Neither food nor food packaging is a 'pathway for the spread of COVID-19,' says FAO

âCurrent data indicates that neither food nor food packaging is a pathway for the spread of viruses causing respiratory illnesses, including SARS-CoV-2,â according to a new guidance document from the United Nationâs Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO): âIn other words, SARS-CoV-2 is not a direct food safety concern.â

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/08/11/SARS-CoV-2-is-not-a-direct-food-safety-concern-Neither-food-nor-food-packaging-is-a-pathway-for-the-spread-of-COVID-19-says-FAO?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Ingredients that mimic breast milk to propel growth in formula space

A recent analysis has found that the global infant formula ingredients market is expanding steadily with the rising middle class and the demand for high-quality infant formula gains traction.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Article/2021/08/10/Ingredients-that-mimic-breast-milk-to-propel-growth-in-formula-space?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Rising commodity prices: the next NPD challenge for industry?

The locust bean gum price crisis could inspire exciting new product development.

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Training the brain to avoid junk food: Does the app targeting behaviour change really work?

Can a simple computer game train the brain to stop eating unhealthy food and drink? The results from lab experiments and real-world trials are in.

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Valeo swoops in to bag UK meat snacks giant

Dublin-headquartered Valeo Foods â which itself was bought by Bain Capital Private Equity (co-founded by politician Mitt Romney) for Â1.5bn in May â has agreed to acquire New World Foods Europe (NWFE) from Australian FMCG entrepreneur Tony Quinn.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/08/10/Valeo-swoops-in-to-bag-UK-meat-snacks-giant?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Ribena’s climate-resilient blackcurrants prove to be berry good

Challenging weather conditions in the UK this year have put Ribenaâs new climate-resilient berries to the test: proving they are unphased by both extremely hot and very wet weather.

Read more about it via https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2021/08/10/Ribena-s-climate-resilient-blackcurrants-prove-their-worth?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Do Europeans trust the food system?

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, EIT Food examined consumer trust in the food system and in food products.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/10/Do-Europeans-trust-the-food-system?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Ultra-processed food faces call for policy clampdown: ‘People need to understand these products are harmful’

Global health organisation Vital Strategies says that consumption of so-called ultra-processed foods and rising obesity rates are linked. The group wants to see a change in direction when it comes to food policy to âempowerâ people to move away from these products. We spoke to Trish Cotter, the Global Lead of Vitalâs Obesity Prevention Program, to learn more.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/09/Ultra-processed-food-faces-call-for-policy-clampdown-People-need-to-understand-these-products-are-harmful?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Do Africans have an appetite for cultivated meat?

In South Africa, a country with strong traditions of conventional meat production and consumption, which population segment will be the first to embrace cultivated meat?

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How precision fermentation and cellular agriculture can help reduce emissions 90% by 2035

Just eight technologies, including precision fermentation and cellular agriculture, can directly eliminate over 90% of net greenhouse gas emissions worldwide within 15 years, according to think tank RethinkX.

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Why the foodservice sector should not dismiss the effects of Covid after they are over

Foodservice operators that only increased their on-the-go services during the pandemic are potentially missing out on a high, stable consumer demand that is still relevant today.

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6PPD quinone: The environmental contaminant killing Coho salmon

An everyday chemical has been found to be highly toxic. Contamination of waterways is responsible for what had been the unexplained mass deaths of Coho salmon. We take a look at 6-PPD quinone, what it means for the food system and why it is important to develop detection methods.

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NPD Trend Tracker: From home-fried snacks to an organic home baking range

This week's gallery features brands hoping to tap into the still strong home cooking trend.

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The winners and losers of the UK’s HFSS restrictions: ‘There are great opportunities here’

The UK has said that it is going to restrict marketing, promotion and in-store placement for products that are considered high in fat, sugar and salt. Who will emerge as the winners and losers from this policy shake up?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/06/The-winners-and-losers-of-the-UK-s-HFSS-restrictions-There-are-great-opportunities-here?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘There is tremendous potential to grow the stevia market in Europe following these approvals’: PureCircle’s bio-converted range gets EFSA safety nod

The supplierâs range of stevia ingredients produced through bioconversion of stevia leaf extracts will be commercially available to European food and beverage manufacturers later in 2021.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/06/There-is-tremendous-potential-to-grow-the-stevia-market-in-Europe-following-these-approvals-PureCircle-s-bio-converted-range-gets-EFSA-saf?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

We’ve reached ‘peak COVID-related demand’, says frozen giant Nomad

The companyâs sales dipped in the second quarter, but it expects âexciting growth opportunitiesâ ahead thanks to an ambitious M&A strategy, while the frozen aisle still represents âwhite space growth opportunityâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/06/We-ve-reached-peak-COVID-related-demand-says-frozen-giant-Nomad?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Kellogg CEO: Severe supply disruptions means ‘2021 is shaping up to be anything but business as usual’

All of Kelloggâs 50+ factories around the world have been hit by supply shortages due to a range of disruptions, from a 10-day pandemic lockdown in Malaysia to civil unrest in South Africa, CEO Steve Cahillane told analysts on a conference call.

Read more about it via https://www.bakeryandsnacks.com/Article/2021/08/06/Kellogg-CEO-Severe-supply-disruptions-means-2021-is-shaping-up-to-be-anything-but-business-as-usual?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Africa’s first cultivated meat company targets food security, land use, and subsistence farmers’ livelihoods

South Africaâs Mzansi Meat Co. is on a mission to improve food security, all while bringing subsistence farmersâ into the formal economy, through its production of cultivated local delicacies.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/06/Africa-s-first-cultivated-meat-company-targets-food-security-land-use-and-subsistence-farmers-livelihoods?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Troubled waters: How high fish mortality and poor animal welfare threaten the profitability of aquaculture

Aquaculture profits are at risk if the seafood industry fails to address ESG issues â including poor animal welfare and high fish mortality â a new report warns.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/05/Troubled-waters-How-high-fish-mortality-and-poor-animal-welfare-threaten-the-profitability-of-aquaculture?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Carbon labels for food businesses and restaurants launched in ‘world first’

A company claims it is the first to make eco-labels widely available to all food businesses.

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‘We have never wanted to be an Oatly clone’ British oat milk producer celebrates trademark infringement case win

Oatly has lost its trademark infringement case against British oat milk producer Glebe Farm, claiming that it never saw the dispute as a David v Goliath power play. Glebe calls the case a victory for consumer choice in a growing category.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/05/We-have-never-wanted-to-be-an-Oatly-clone-British-oat-milk-producer-celebrates-trademark-infringement-case-win?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Reformulation success: ‘The UK sugar levy has arguably been very successful from a public health point of view’

The UKâs Soft Drinks Industry Levy is responsible for a reduction in intake of nearly 6,500 calories from soft drinks per annum per UK resident, according to a new study. And the authors say much of the reduction came from manufacturersâ reformulation efforts before the levy even came into effect.

Read more about it via https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2021/08/05/Sugar-tax-success-UK-Soft-Drinks-Industry-Levy-drove-reformulation-says-study?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

‘It cannot really be used with a clear conscience:’ Chocolate brand Fairafric on its decision to ditch aluminium foil for wood pulp alternative

The company has switched to a compostable film made of wood pulp.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/04/It-cannot-really-be-used-with-a-clear-conscience-Chocolate-brand-Fairafric-on-its-decision-to-ditch-aluminium-foil-for-wood-pulp-alternative?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Do eco-score apps help consumers make sustainable food choices?

Fresh research out of Germany assesses the effectiveness of basic and extended eco-score rankings, used via smartphone applications, in selecting sustainable products within different food categories.

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Europol: ‘Low-quality products have infiltrated the food supply chain’

Europol and INTERPOL have removed more than 15,000 tonnes of illegal food and drink products as part of the coordinated operation OPSON 2020.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/04/Europol-Low-quality-products-have-infiltrated-the-food-supply-chain?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Danone & Brightseed expand A.I. partnership to explore plant-based health benefits

The three-year strategic collaboration aims to co-build an unparalleled understanding of the worldâs most common crops and their impact on human biology, and advance Danoneâs plant-based expertise.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Article/2021/08/04/Danone-Brightseed-expand-A.I.-partnership-to-explore-plant-based-health-benefits?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Health claims in a developing country context: ‘Food labels are not a silver bullet to solve the NCD challenge’

Would health claims on food labels help or hinder South African consumers in making better health choices?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/03/Health-claims-in-a-developing-country-context-Food-labels-are-not-a-silver-bullet-to-solve-the-NCD-challenge?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Nestlé brews strong coffee growth as COVID serves ‘improved’ category dynamics

Nestlà has seen double-digit growth in coffee, where its brands have been boosted by at-home consumption under global COVID lockdowns. As we emerge into the ânew normalâ, whatâs the outlook for the category?

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/03/Nestle-brews-strong-coffee-growth-as-COVID-serves-improved-category-dynamics?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

CBD from orange peels: A different CBD story

A new CBD made from orange peel could signal a breakthrough for the industry and offer access that was once unimaginable.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Article/2021/08/03/CBD-from-orange-peels-A-different-CBD-story?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

UK government survey points to acceptance of GE foods among consumers

A survey of over 2,000 consumers in the UK has revealed that while they tend to have a very low awareness and knowledge of GE food, the more informed they are, the more accepting of GE food they become.

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PepsiCo divestment of Tropicana, Naked Juice reflects evolving focus on zero-calorie beverages, water

PepsiCoâs sale of a majority stake of its North American juice portfolio to private equity firm PAI announced this morning is the latest in a string of high-profile beverage sales that reflect shifting industry and consumer priorities, including pressure to reduce sugar, which has dragged down juice sales in the past decade.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2021/08/03/PepsiCo-divestment-of-Tropicana-Naked-Juice-reflects-evolving-focus-on-zero-calorie-beverages-water?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Eco-labels: why it’s ‘crucial’ for a dominant one to emerge

Competing eco-label systems risk confusing consumers, it has been warned.

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‘We will launch… new dairy-like technology’: Danone eyes ‘plant-based 2.0’

As Danone continues to expand its high-growth plant-based beverage business, the company intends to broaden the fixtureâs appeal to the majority of consumers ânot in the categoryâ through the development of new technologies that deliver âdairy-likeâ drinks.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/02/We-will-launch-new-dairy-like-technology-Danone-eyes-plant-based-2.0?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

HFSS compliant doughnut developed with novel starch and protein tech: ‘Science makes it responsibly indulgent’

The high-tech doughnuts are âsetâ by a beam of steam rather than prolonged deep fat frying.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/02/HFSS-compliant-doughnut-developed-with-novel-starch-and-protein-tech-Science-makes-it-responsibly-indulgent?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Heinz looks beyond beans to drive health and sustainability innovation

Kraft Heinz has called on emerging talent in the food industry to help it âunlock the power of Beanzâ.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/02/Heinz-looks-beyond-beans-to-drive-health-and-sustainability-innovation?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Postbiotics see 1,300% increase in Google searches

Postbiotics have become the fastest growing area in terms of gut health related Google searches, with a nearly 1,300% increase in the last two years, according to new data from Lumina Intelligence.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/08/02/Postbiotics-see-1-300-increase-in-Google-searches?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

Milk consumption in young infants impacts eating habits

A new study looking at the milk consumption habits of children aged 13-24 months, indicates that the type of milk consumed at an early age influences eating habits and preferences for sweet-tasting foods.

Read more about it via https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/07/30/Milk-consumption-in-young-infants-impacts-eating-habits?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS

NPD Trend Tracker: From ‘responsibly indulgent’ doughnuts to cheddar popcorn

While new summer beverages were undoubtedly trending in this weekâs new product development roundup, we also look at a new range of âresponsibly indulgentâ doughnuts from the former CEO of graze, and new âcheddaryâ popcorn made with 30% cheddar cheese.

Read more about it via https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2021/08/02/NPD-Trend-Tracker-From-responsibly-indulgent-doughnuts-to-cheddar-popcorn?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS