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New research may hold the key to perfecting vegan cheese alternatives
Canadian researchers have created a plant-based cheese with dairy-like melt, stretch and texture, bringing vegan cheese closer to perfection.
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Industry reacts to ASA’s delay on junk food advertising restrictions guidance
With the October 2025 compliance date fast approaching, the ASA's decision to delay and potentially revise the final HFSS advertising guidelines adds further uncertainty for the food industry.
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Sainsbury’s avocado packaging switch to save 20 million pieces of plastic annually
The switch to bamboo and paper packaging will help reduce plastic waste and contribute towards the supermarket's wider sustainability goals.
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Recall Roundup: excess Vitamin D and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (3-9 January 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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US States struggle to curb food waste despite national targets
Despite ambitious federal goals, state-level policies are failing to address the growing challenge of food waste in the US, according to a new study.
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Engineers create realistic meat alternatives using metamaterials
The innovative method developed by engineers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem could provide a scalable, sustainable solution to the world’s growing demand for meat.
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Müller and Dairy UK join forces to secure a sustainable dairy future
Müller UK & Ireland joins Dairy UK to strengthen collaboration, promote British dairy products, and drive sustainability across the sector.
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Morning coffee could extend your life, study suggests
Morning coffee drinkers have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and overall mortality, highlighting the importance of timing in coffee consumption.
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FDA release draft guidance to clarify labelling for plant-based foods
FDA's new guidance aims to improve plant-based food labelling, ensuring clarity and transparency for consumers choosing animal product alternatives.
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Magnesium L-Threonate receives EU approval as a novel food
The EU has approved Magtein as a novel food, granting exclusive rights to its market in the region for five years.
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Global food prices show mixed trends in 2024, reports FAO
Despite a 2.1 percent average annual decline, 2024 saw a volatile food commodity market, with sugar and cereals dropping, while vegetable oils, dairy, and meats surged.
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New study inspires Heineken’s ‘0.0 Reasons Needed’ campaign to challenge alcohol-free stigma
As Dry January returns, new research from Heineken finds that despite market growth, social pressure still hinders alcohol-free adoption.
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What does 2025 hold for food systems?
Reflecting on the challenges and opportunities in reshaping food systems, Richard Zaltzman, CEO of EIT Food, explores 2024's key lessons.
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Recall Roundup: Frito-Lay and multiple undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (14-20 December 2024), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Episode 68: The 2024 Roundup
In this final episode of 2024, Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell provides a quick roundup of the biggest industry stories and talking points of the past year.
