UK to ban single-use plastics and EU suggests wide-ranging changes to plastic use
On 1 October 2023, the UK will ban single-use plastics, with the guidance having been released on 23 May. The EU have also released wide-ranging guidance on plastics.
Archives for May 26, 2023
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Let them eat plant-based cake
Why is the dairy industry embroiling in a silly battle about the labelling of plant-based alternatives?
Chocolate remains king in sweet baked goods category, as better-for-you sees growth
Whether as daily delights or a moment of self-care, consumers are turning to bakery items in a range of flavors, including established classics and globally inspired tastes, as the overall market also provides better-for-you options, Sarah Hickey, senior...
How can consumers be ‘nudged’ towards sustainable food and drink choices?
Research suggests when it comes to buying sustainable products, an ‘intention-action gap’ exists amongst consumers. Which ‘nudging’ approaches can brands and retailers take to encourage more sustainable consumption?
Ex-UK food tsar pleads for industry ingenuity to fix ‘malfunctioning’ system
Henry Dimbleby is bleak in his stinging assessment of the food system’s current ills, namely diet-related disease and environmental destruction, which are damaging both our dietary and planet’s health. But we can look to the past for solutions, he says,...
Summer ice cream flavors, trends that consumers are ready to scoop up
With the return of the warmer months, many consumers will look to beat the heat with innovative ice cream products as the market responds to the demand for unique flavors, textures, and collaborations, independent market analyst Amy Marks-McGee, owner of...
Stressed consumers are shifting from the perimeter to center store to find solutions
Consumers are turning away from fresh as their stress levels rise – preferring the convenience and mood management claims offered more prominently in the center of the store, suggests data from consumer research firm Circana, previously known as IRI.
USDA earmarks additional funds for organic transition, processing to meet consumer demand
The US Department of Agriculture promises to shoulder more of the cost for farmers and ranchers transitioning to organic and develop additional processing and aggregation facilities to ease supply chain bottenecks holding the organic industry back from...
'Tell me more, tell me more': Summer loving with the US Snack Index
The first-ever joint Frito-Lay x Quaker US Summer Snack Index shines a light on the snacking supernova and the evolving consumer preferences and habits that will enhance summer experiences.
Policy Picks: Philippines R&D foods guidelines, Singapore's Nutri-Grade analysis, Indonesia's food safety standards and more feature in our round-up
Philippines R&D foods guidelines, Singapore's Nutri-Grade analysis, Indonesia's food safety standards and more feature in this edition of Policy Picks.