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UK’s Novel Foods Regulation reviewed to ensure it keeps up with innovation
The UK’s Novel Foods Regulatory Framework was recently reviewed, in a project commissioned by the Food Standards...
The Christmas countdown is on for cooking instructions generation
Summer is in full swing, but our Head of Cooking Instructions Natasha Burton says Christmas has come early for her...
Blog
14 July, 2023
Navigating ashwagandha: balancing safety, consumer demand and regulatory concerns
In April of this year, Denmark banned ashwagandha, stating that it has been impossible to find a safe dose (1)...
Blog
07 July, 2023
Recycled plastics and food contact materials: a regulatory snapshot
Uncertainty surrounding the rules governing the use of recycled plastics in food contact materials (FCMs) risks...
Did you know? Eight pieces of retained EU law will be revoked by end of year
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has identified eight pieces of retained EU Law that are no longer required in the UK...
Blog
23 June, 2023
Japan takes a step towards regulation for cultured meat
Cultured meat has gained global attention as a potential solution to address future food shortages and foster a more...
Recent proposals to alcoholic beverage regulations create divergence between UK, Ireland and EU
Alcoholic beverage regulations in the United Kingdom (UK), the European Union (EU), and the Republic of Ireland have...
Blog
09 June, 2023
What regulations impact personalized nutrition?
Personalized nutrition presents exciting commercial avenues for food, beverage, and supplement companies to explore...
Blog
02 June, 2023
Enhancing sustainability and reducing food waste: A case study in validating open shelf life
Food waste poses a significant challenge to the food industry, resulting in substantial financial losses and adverse...
As investor demands for ‘healthier’ products escalate, how can packaged food companies respond?
Recent pressure on the food & beverage industry to rebalance sales towards healthier products is indicative of a...
Blog
05 May, 2023
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