Food and beverage

According to a recent survey, seven out of ten people claim they prefer tea to alcoholic beverages. Herbal brews, fruit teas, and even tea-based mocktails are rising in popularity, is a major finding of the survey from the UK Tea & Infusions Association (UKTIA). Dr. Sharon Hall, chief executive of UKTIA, notes that tea’s versatility…

Image: AdobeStock 293218455 Posted: 23 December 2024 Share this page The European Commission has adopted a ban on the use of Bisphenol A (BPA) in food contact materials, due, it says, to its potentially harmful health impact. BPA is a chemical substance used in the manufacture of certain plastics and resins. The ban means that…

Qual-IS™ integrates quality control activities—laboratory, traceability, and sampling—into a smart dynamic system. Designed for proactive quality management, it is accessible via mobile, desktop, or human-machine interfaces. Qual-IS™ ensures advanced traceability and data analytics, with unique codes tracking every bottle’s lifecycle, including materials, recipes, and production data. Equipped with statistical sampling plans and HACCP integration, it…

The Portuguese government has pledged to create a national action plan centred on plants as part of its climate strategy, The Government initiative has been welcomed by ProVeg Portugal who sees it as a meaningful step towards transforming the country’s food system. Portugal’s Ministry of Environment and Energy has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability…

Berry Global has partnered with Brookfield Drinks for the launch of a new spring water range in a first-to-market bottle made completely from Prevented Ocean Plastic (POP). It is estimated, that every 500ml bottle of NEO WTR, made using discarded plastic that has been collected along coastlines at risk of ocean plastic pollution, stops the…

As more people embrace mindful drinking and plant-based choices, Savoia and Italicus are vegan-friendly options for those looking to enjoy the art of the aperitivo without compromise. The rich flavours, versatility and stunning presentation make them ideal for Veganuary celebrations, from evening aperitivo moments to home cocktail creations. This Veganuary, explore the elegance and heritage…

Epax 4020TGN can help improve muscle contractile function and post-injury muscle recovery, a pilot study has found. The pre-clinical in vivo and in vitro research indicates that Epax’s highly concentrated, marine-derived triglyceride oil offers potential benefits for healthy aging and sports recovery. Researchers at the University of South Florida carried out an eight-week dietary intervention…

Olam Food Ingredients is stepping up its efforts to combat deforestation and promote regenerative agriculture by establishing seven landscape collaborations and implementing regenerative agriculture on more than a million hectares by 2030. These new targets align with ofi’s company-wide Choices for Change strategy and will be further boosted by the cocoa business’ tree carbon stock…

Origin Materials is producing PET caps with new features as commercial qualification continues. The latest caps were produced at a partner’s facility in Germany on Origin’s CapFormer System, its proprietary system for manufacturing recyclable PET closures. The caps, made with recycled PET and designed for compatibility with the PCO 1881 standard, incorporate new features requested…

Primula is seeking to become a must-have snack for busy, modern lifestyles with the launch of primula Cheese Dippers. The brand renowned for being the only cheese you can squeeze, has combined the taste of Primula’s signature creamy cheese with convenient on-the-go packaging. Launching in Iceland stores in January 2025, Primula Cheese Dippers are available…