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Major food groups drop Nutri-Score labels in Germany after tougher scoring rules take effect
Several multinational companies, including PepsiCo, Alpro and Costa, have withdrawn products from Germany’s voluntary Nutri-Score front-of-pack labelling system.
EFSA sets safety thresholds for cereulide in infant formula amid ongoing recalls
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued a rapid risk assessment on cereulide in infant formula, as precautionary recalls linked to the toxin continue across multiple countries.
UK functional drinks maker Sentia expands into alcohol-free cider
UK functional drinks maker Sentia Spirits is entering alcohol-free cider, targeting science-led innovation as consumers cut alcohol without losing social rituals.
Infant formula recalls continue across multiple countries following B.cereus detection
Multi-country recalls of several infant nutrition products are ongoing after batches were found to contain cereulide, a toxin produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus.
Arden’s Garden launches Sea Moss Energy wellness shot, expanding functional beverage portfolio
Arden’s Garden has launched Sea Moss Energy, a new functional wellness shot designed to deliver sustained energy and gut-friendly nutrition.
FoodNerd raises $7.5m to reimagine the toddler snack aisle
FoodNerd, a Buffalo-based food startup focused on nutrient-dense snacks for toddlers, has closed a $7.5 million Series Seed round led by Selva Ventures.
What’s behind the infant formula recalls rocking Nestlé, Lactalis and Danone?
Nestlé, Danone and Lactalis are facing heightened scrutiny after issuing recalls of infant formula products.
Orange juice buzz is opening fresh dialogue around the importance of whole fruits
William Grand, CEO of NutriFusion, argues it’s time to shift the spotlight back to whole fruit – and why doing so could deliver both healthier consumers and stronger commercial returns.
Bioiberica and Lactalis launch Spain’s first collagen-enriched milk drink
Lactalis and Bioiberica launch Puleva Vita Calcio Colágeno, Spain’s first milk drink with native type II collagen for functional dairy innovation.
Boston Beer expands cannabis beverage range with rosin-infused iced tea
Boston Beer is expanding its presence in Canada’s regulated cannabis drinks market with the launch of a rosin-infused blueberry chamomile iced tea
Foodberry and Bel US announce partnership to expand better-for-you snacks in US
Foodberry, a B2B food technology company and manufacturer, has entered into a strategic partnership with Bel US, part of the Bel Group, to develop new fruit-based snack products for the US market.
Low taxes are keeping sugary drinks and alcohol too affordable, WHO warns
Sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are becoming increasingly affordable in many countries due to persistently low tax rates, contributing to rising levels of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancers and alcohol-related injuries, according to new reports from the World Health Organization (WHO).
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