Food and beverage

The UK lacks a food resilience strategy, warns PTF. The Provision Trade Federation (PTF) has warned Parliament that the absence of a coordinated food resilience strategy leaves the UK vulnerable to escalating threats. PTF calls for urgent government action to safeguard the welfare of UK citizens amidst rising global and domestic challenges.

Burcon NutraScience leads the plant-based cheese innovation race. A study by the University of Guelph shows Burcon’s pea and sunflower proteins significantly outperform competitors in plant-based mozzarella. These proteins offer superior melt, stretch, and texture, heralding a new era for plant-based dairy alternatives.

Goodrays launches Re:Focus, a non-CBD functional beverage. The drink, designed to enhance focus and mental clarity, features lion’s mane, magnesium, and electrolytes. It offers a low-calorie, sugar-free option for consumers seeking cognitive support. Available in two flavours, Re:Focus is sold in major UK retailers and online.

SIG enables Seoul Dairy Cooperative to lead in recyclable packaging. Korea’s leading milk producer, Seoul Dairy Cooperative, has become the first to adopt aluminium-layer-free aseptic carton packs, recognised as recyclable under Korean regulations. This innovation marks a significant leap in sustainability, reducing carbon footprints and enhancing recyclability.

Mondelēz International partners with DS Smith to meet demand. The collaboration introduces 300,000 Cadbury Heroes paper tubs nationwide in October. This initiative marks a pivotal step for Cadbury in the UK, addressing consumer preferences for sustainable packaging and reducing virgin plastic use.

PepsiCo and Soil Capital formalise a strategic sustainability partnership. This collaboration aims to promote regenerative agriculture across 35,000 acres in the UK, France, and Belgium. It focuses on enhancing soil health, reducing carbon emissions, and providing financial support to farmers. The initiative aligns with PepsiCo’s global goal to transform 10 million acres by 2030.

Givaudan unveils promising results from new clinical study. The study highlights Cereboost’s potential to enhance driving performance, providing food and beverage manufacturers with compelling evidence for developing cognitive products. Conducted with Michigan State University and PitFit Inc, the research underscores significant improvements in reaction time and driving metrics among professional racecar drivers.

Synergy Flavours advances greens powders with new flavour solutions. The company introduces a range of flavour-paired solutions for greens ready-to-mix powders, enhancing their taste profile. These innovations leverage Synergy’s expertise in taste modulation, aligning with market trends and consumer preferences in the rapidly expanding greens market.

SIG unveils Clean Commit to highlight aseptic packaging benefits. The initiative integrates a digital platform and an on-pack logo to educate consumers on the advantages of aseptically packaged food, focusing on health, safety, and environmental factors. It empowers shoppers to make informed choices regarding nutritious and responsibly packaged products.