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Poland proposes expansion of sugar tax to cover more beverages and concentrates
Poland is proposing to significantly increase its sugar tax and widen its scope to cover more beverages, concentrates and drink-form dietary supplements.
UPF labelling legislation advances in US Senate committee
The US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) has advanced legislation that would require ‘warning’ labels on ‘ultra-processed’ packaged foods (UPFs) in a bid to improve children’s health across the nation.
TopGum unveils new longevity-focused gummies line
Gummy manufacturer TopGum has unveiled a new collection of plant-based gummies that address key needs within the growing longevity category.
Industry alliance presents new research and guidance on microbial safety in alt-dairy drinks
A group of industry organisations has issued guidance for ingredient suppliers based on new research into managing bacterial spore growth in dairy alternative beverages.
Organic Traditions secures $10.5m Series A to accelerate US expansion
Canadian superfood brand Organic Traditions has closed a $10.5m Series A funding round to support its expansion across the US and accelerate product innovation.
FDA says Taylor Farms Cyclospora result was false positive amid multi-state outbreak
The US Food and Drug Administration has announced that tests of an iceberg lettuce sample from supplier Taylor Farms produced a false positive result for Cyclospora, amid a five-state outbreak that has seen at least 94 people hospitalised.
Biomel unveils new Love Your Gut protein drink range, expands operations
UK plant-based gut health brand Biomel has expanded its portfolio with a new line of Love Your Gut protein drinks.
German soft drinks industry criticises plans to accelerate sugar tax implementation
Germany's soft drinks industry has criticised proposals to introduce a sugar tax on beverages from 2027.
Dairy group Ehrmann partners with collagen brand Glow25 to launch RTD coffees
Glow25 has entered into a strategic partnership with German dairy group Ehrmann to launch Glow To Go Coffee, a ready-to-drink coffee beverage with added collagen.
Nestlé to remove artificial colours from global portfolio by end of 2026
Nestlé has revealed it will remove all artificial food colourings from its entire portfolio worldwide by the end of the year.
More than 300 beverage companies sign open letter opposing Germany’s proposed sugar tax
More than 300 companies across Germany’s beverage sector have signed a joint open letter opposing the German government’s planned introduction of a sugar tax on drinks.
Sweet dreams: Nutraceuticals lead the booming sleep support market
An increasing tendency to view health and wellness holistically, paired with a shift toward natural, botanical remedies, has seen a growing number of consumers turning to nutraceuticals with dreams of achieving those elusive, restorative eight hours.
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