Monday, July 28, 2025

NPD

PepsiCo introduces prebiotic cola innovation

PepsiCo has unveiled Pepsi® Prebiotic Cola, a groundbreaking product in the traditional cola category, marking a significant innovation after two decades. With a focus...

Health & Safety

New study to enhance poultry handling standards

A £500,000 research initiative, supported by Defra, is set to improve poultry welfare by examining various catching and handling methods used in commercial farming...

UK food industry faces new regulations aimed at promoting healthier choices

The UK government has announced new measures to tackle obesity, including updates to regulations on foods high in fat, sugar, and salt (HFSS). The...

Production

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa invests R365m in new bottling line in South Africa

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested R365m in a new state-of-the-art bottling line capable of producing 72,000 bottles per hour at its plant in...















Packaging

Heat resistance and durability: are compostable cups as effective as traditional ones?

The global biodegradable cup market is projected to reach $1.1 billion by 2031, driven by the increasing demand for sustainable packaging. While compostable cups...

Paper straws: necessity or trend?

Paper straws are popular due to increasing environmental concerns associated with plastic straws. Plastic straws contribute significantly to pollution, with 8.3 billion plastic straws...

Vanguard Vertex acquires cup manufacturer

Vanguard Vertex has acquired TPCC Holdings Limited, which owns subsidiaries The Printed Cup Company and The Paper Cup Company. Vanguard Vertex has acquired 100% of...

The smart choice: make a sustainable impact with PEFC-certified paper packaging

As sustainability becomes a key purchasing factor, PEFC-certified businesses gain a competitive edge by appealing to eco-conscious consumers. By December 2024, over 13,000 PEFC...

What the EU’s Single-Use Plastics Directive means for food and beverage companies

As part of the EU’s broader commitment to a circular economy and environmental sustainability, the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) aims to reduce the environmental...

Supply Chain

Staples Vegetables in Lincolnshire has become the first UK fresh produce supplier to operate battery and solar-powered transport refrigeration. The farm, which supplies brassicas,...
innocent Drinks has revealed the grant recipients of its Farmer Innovation Fund for 2025. Nine winners have been selected to receive financial support for...
The USDA's decision to restrict specialty sugar imports beyond the limits established by international trade agreements has raised significant concerns within the food and...

Retail & Food Service

Events

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