fruit & vegetables
26 Jul 2024
--- Regulatory, standardization and accreditation institutions from Latin America and the Caribbean have legally formed the Environmental Alliance of America to develop a new regional eco-labeling program. The Alliance targets...
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25 Jul 2024
--- Sugar reduction was a major theme at IFT First 2024 in Chicago, US (July 15–17). Ingredient and technology companies showcased natural and novel solutions to help F&B manufacturers overcome a difficult challenge:...
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23 Jul 2024
--- The Navarra 360º project will grant 80 farmers in Navarre, northern Spain, a €3 million (US$3.3 million) investment from EIT Food, Foodvalley and Food Innovation Hub (FIH) Europe to support their crop rotation...
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23 Jul 2024
--- ADM has released its second annual report, presenting global advancements in adopting and promoting regenerative agriculture practices. The nutrition player says it transitioned over 2.8 million acres of land to regenerative...
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22 Jul 2024
--- The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), Cerise+SPTF and partner organizations have developed the Responsible Agricultural Investment Tool (RAI Tool) for Agribusiness. This tool offers a...
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19 Jul 2024
--- This week, Cargill backed methane-reduction research with a US$1 million investment and ADM terminated its lactic and polylactic acid projects amid rising construction costs. Meanwhile, UK food inflation dropped by 0.2% and...
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18 Jul 2024
--- Consumers in Europe prefer regenerative agricultural practices over conventional methods due to their low environmental impact, but often confuse it with organic processes, says EIT Foods’ recent study. It also...
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12 Jul 2024
--- Bayer joins forces with Solynta to use true potato seeds that will introduce new hybrid potato varieties to Kenyan and Indian markets. The agreement focuses on commercializing and distributing disease-free, high-quality...
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12 Jul 2024
--- The Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) calls on the newly elected UK government to install standardized packaging circularity across the UK. Given that the Labour Party now holds the majority of seats in Wales and...
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11 Jul 2024
--- A UK environmental watchdog has launched a probe into why Conservative ministers authorized a neonicotinoid pesticide in 2023 and 2024, which is banned in the EU and linked to killing bees. The investigation was prompted by...
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11 Jul 2024
--- Global specialty ingredients solutions provider Barentz has inked a new distribution partnership with CrushDynamics, a company specializing in advanced fermentation technology and upcycled ingredients.
10 Jul 2024
--- Citing growing consumer concern over the presence of refined seed oils throughout global food supply chains, the Seed Oil Free Alliance, an independent certifying body, has launched a new “Seed Oil Free...
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10 Jul 2024
--- USDA statistics indicate that global palm oil production is on an upward trend, with a 2% year-over-year increase from 2022 to 2024. However, its association with deforestation has triggered a string of innovations to reduce...
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09 Jul 2024
--- UK-based investment firm Masthead Limited has acquired Wedderspoon Organic Group, a US Manuka honey brand that sources its honey from New Zealand and plans to consolidate its consumer brand portfolio into a new holding...
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Beyond The Headlines: Cargill expands postbiotic distribution, Redefine Meat’s European retail debut
05 Jul 2024
--- This week in industry news, Cargill entered a distribution deal for its postbiotic EpiCor, and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) appointed 180 experts for its scientific panel. Meanwhile, Brenntag expanded its...
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03 Jul 2024
--- F&B players are observing a rise in demand for botanicals in foods and beverages, which is ultimately driving manufacturers to seek out quality solutions that can elevate products with intriguing flavor profiles and...
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03 Jul 2024
--- According to new figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC), food inflation rates decelerated to 2.5% in June, down from 3.2% in May. This is below the three-month average rate of 3.0% and is the fourteenth consecutive...
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03 Jul 2024
--- Food standard agencies in England, Wales and Scotland recently confirmed that monk fruit decoctions, a naturally sweet low-calorie food, are not novel. The change of stance now permits their use as an ingredient in food and...
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01 Jul 2024
--- Key business highlights in June included dsm-firmenich unveiling plans to sell its Yeast Extracts business to Lesaffre, a global business specializing in fermentation and microorganisms. Tate & Lyle agreed to acquire the...
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28 Jun 2024
--- With a history of over 160 years in the food and beverage market, Tate & Lyle has long been a staple in the industry. Even so, last week’s announcement about the company’s plans to buy CP Kelco, a seller of...
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