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Exploring the Rise of No- and Low-Alcohol Beverages: Consumer Trends and Regulatory Implications
By Aslı Tuncer Madge, Regulatory Researcher and Regulatory Trends Consultant For consumers in Europe and North America, the weather is getting warmer and summer is on its way. And for […]
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Balancing Convenience and Health: Examining the Risks of Ultra-Processed Foods
By Sureyya Topaloglu, Regulatory Researcher and Regulatory Trends Consultant Determining if a new product meets food regulations and regulatory requirements is complex and can slow down new product introduction. FoodChain […]
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Update of the European Novel Food catalogue – March 2024
According to the European Regulation (EU) 2015/2283, a Novel Food is defined as any food that was not used for human consumption to a significant degree within the European Union […]
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Navigating Packaging Sustainability: Lessons Learned (so far) in the Food and Cosmetics Packaging Industries.
Packaging sustainability has become a pressing C-Level concern in food and consumer products industries as consumers, NGOs and governments increasingly demand more eco-friendly solutions. As a result of intense focus […]
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Food Safety Recall Data: The Microbial Menace
By Aslı Tuncer Madge, Regulatory Researcher and Regulatory Trends Consultant Welcome to the intriguing world of food safety, where every bite comes with its own story. Today, we’re looking at […]
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Gen Z Food Choices Driven by Sustainability, Nutrition and Clean Labels
Food and recipe development requires knowing your target audience. Today’s article looks at the unique food motivators of Generation Z, born between the mid-1990s and late 2010. By Gul Basak […]
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The Secret Ingredient to Success: Five Benefits of Formulation Software in Food & Beverage Innovation
A Recipe Management System (RMS) is a critical component of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) in food and beverage, providing specialized functionalities tailored to the unique demands of the food sector. […]
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Increased demand for accurate GMO testing in feed ingredients
As European consumers become more aware of where their food comes from and how it is made, the interest in sustainable, healthy, and animal-friendly labels grows. And although GMOs are […]
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Unmasking Illusions: Revealing Greenwashing in the Food Industry and Why It Calls for Action
By Sureyya Topaloglu, Regulatory Researcher and Regulatory Trends Consultant TOPLINE SUMMARY The practice of “greenwashing” is prevalent across consumer products, driven by the economic value consumers place on sustainability. The […]