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One quarter of Brits “struggling” with grocery price inflation
A new survey by Kantar has found that one quarter of British shoppers say that they’re struggling financially with food inflation.
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Artificial sweetener linked to higher rates of heart attack and stroke
A Cleveland Clinic study has revealed that erythritol, a commonly used artificial sweetener can be associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
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What is key to future growth in the craft beer industry?
Researchers have found that location and innovation are key factors in shaping a resilient future for the craft beer sector.
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Arla Foods signs deal to develop Nigerian dairy sector
European dairy cooperative Arla Foods and the Nigerian government have signed a deal to continue efforts to develop Nigeria’s dairy sector.
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The Heptagon of Food Quality
One person’s idea of quality can be very different to another’s. Here, Filippo Renga and Chiara Corbo from Smart AgriFood Observatory share how best to capitalise on your brand’s unique qualities.
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Japan’s Prime Minister plans to develop a cultivated meat industry
In support of developing cultivated meat in the country, Japan’s Prime Minister has said that foodtech is important for “realising a sustainable food supply”.
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UK consumers find switching to plant-based more expensive
A survey has found that 49 percent of consumers reducing their meat intake said to cut costs said that their new diet is more expensive than it was before.
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The “world’s first” cultivated steak: “No one else can do it”
New Food’s Grace Galler speaks to Che Connon about the innovation process behind the world’s first cultivated steak.
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Cows benefit from human contact, study finds
Researchers in Florida, US observed that just five minutes of human connection with dairy calves has a positive effect on their behaviour.
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Honey: Much more than a sweetener
Francesc Ventura Coll and Josep Serra Bonvehí examine the nutritional and health-promoting qualities of honey, including the magic at play that marks it as a prized commodity.
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Häagen-Dazs launches Start-Up Innovation Challenge
In partnership with EIT Food, Häagen-Dazs has started a global project aiming to explore innovation in technology and ingredients.
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Updating and improving UK bread laws
Real Bread Campaign coordinator Chris Young says that change is long overdue but that the UK Government is ignoring the needs of shoppers and small bakery owners.
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Study finds food insecurity may increase cognitive decline
The researchers found that food insecure older adults experienced cognitive declines more rapidly than their food secure peers.
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“Moderate” alcohol consumption linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Following a preclinical study, scientists have discovered that “even modest amounts” of alcohol can cause loss of brain cells.
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What is next for the meat-free category?
Chris Doe explains why he thinks changing consumer perceptions of meat-free products can be achieved through innovation.
