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FDA announces plan to phase out synthetic food dyes
The FDA has announced it will phase out synthetic food dyes—including Red 40 and Yellow 5—by 2026, marking a major shift toward natural additives.
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Grocery stores: where energy efficiency is the real checkout line
Supermarkets can and should start embracing the energy transition – yesterday, asserts Aidan Charron, Associate Director of Global Earth Day.
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Target recalls over 25,000 units of baby food due to elevated lead levels
Target has recalled over 25,000 units of baby food after FDA testing revealed elevated lead levels, sparking safety concerns.
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Nestlé launches new protein drinks to support GLP-1 weight loss medication users
Nestlé unveils science-backed protein beverages to help manage hunger, support muscle health and aid weight loss for GLP-1 users.
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Government suspends import tariffs on key food and drink items to ease costs
To support food manufacturers and lower costs for consumers, the UK Government has suspended import tariffs on dozens of ingredients until 2027.
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PepsiCo expands FareShare partnership to tackle food waste and boost UK employability
PepsiCo has announced a major expansion of its partnership with FareShare, funding two key programmes in 2025 aimed at reducing food waste and helping over 600 people in Leicestershire find employment opportunities. The £210,000 grant will build on seven years of impactful collaboration.
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Beckman Coulter Life Sciences launches next-generation allergy test to reduce patient risk
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has launched a next-generation Basophil Activation Test to support safer allergy research and reduce the need for risky oral food challenge
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German health brand More Nutrition enters UK market
More Nutrition, a leading German healthy lifestyle brand, has entered the UK market, introducing a bestselling range of protein snacks, iced coffees, collagen and functional food products.
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The impact of Trump’s tariffs and recent FDA cuts on food safety and security: experts react
Leading food safety experts, including Frank Yiannas, Bill Marler, Dr Darin Detwiler, Professor Chris Elliott, Tim Lang and Michael Bell OBE, weigh in on the far-reaching consequences of President Trump's tariffs and recent FDA budget cuts. The article delves into the risks to food safety, supply chains and global food…
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Two Chicks sells majority stake to Eurovo Group
Two Chicks, the leader in the UK egg white market, has sold a majority stake to Eurovo Group. This partnership will help Two Chicks grow internationally and expand its product range.
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Capri-Sun expands zero sugar range
Capri-Sun is expanding its no added sugar range with two new drinks, Capri-Sun Zero Cola and Capri-Sun Zero Monster Alarm, both made with fruit juices and offering under 0.5g of sugar per 100ml.
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PepsiCo names new CMO as it expands functional beverage strategy
PepsiCo has named Mark Kirkham as its new US beverages CMO, signalling a stronger focus on functional drinks. With the recent acquisition of prebiotic soda brand Poppi, PepsiCo is doubling down on health-driven beverages to compete in the evolving soft drinks market.
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Greencore set to acquire Bakkavor in landmark £1.2 billion deal
Greencore’s £1.2bn acquisition of Bakkavor will reshape the fresh prepared food sector, pending regulatory approval.
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Tony’s Chocolonely recalls chocolate bars over safety concerns
Tony’s Chocolonely has recalled specific batches of its Dark Almond Sea Salt and Everything Bar chocolate due to the possible presence of small stones.
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Sainsbury’s recalls Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Pretzel over safety concerns
Sainsbury’s has issued a recall for its Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Pretzel due to possible metal contamination.
