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Highlights of the week
Veganuary kicks off | Alcohol cancer labeling | Toxic lead in baby food
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This week, we spoke with Toni Vernelli, international head of communications and policy at Veganuary, about expectations for the plant-based movement in 2025.
We also sat down with Sandy De Houwer, global marketing director for Meat & Dairy Alternative Solutions at Cargill, about the latest R&D in the plant-based space.
Meanwhile, the US alcohol industry’s stocks fell following calls for mandatory cancer warning labels on all alcoholic F&B products by the US Surgeon General.
The US Food and Drug Administration set guidelines for maximum lead levels in baby food, despite calls from campaigners for mandatory regulations.
In the UK, a new £15 million (US$18.6 million) government fund was established to donate leftover food from Christmas to homeless shelters, food banks and charities.
We spoke to Katie Glover, EMEA manager for Regulatory Affairs and Trading Law at NSF, about consumer demands for clearer F&B labeling in the UK.
A European Commission report forecasted that poultry consumption and production in the EU will grow while beef production is falling.
Also, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced it will extend its anti-dumping probe into EU brandy, potentially easing tensions between Brussels and Beijing.
India’s sugar production declined by 16% year-on-year to 9.5 million metric tons since the season began in October 2024 due to a dip in output, according to reports.
Lastly, Washington State University highlighted that leading apple-producing regions in the US are facing major challenges brought on by climate change.
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While the plant-based sector has tasted success, industry experts emphasize that manufacturers must focus on developing products that optimize cost and clean ingredients. We speak with GNT, ADM and Planteneers to understand the latest developments in masking technologies and the industry’s strategy to bring more affordable and accessible options to consumers. |
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Innova Market Insights data reveals a 6% rise in food and beverage launches featuring texturizers from October 2019 to September 2024. The bakery category leads in the use of texturizing agents, while meat substitutes show rapid growth, with a notable 30% annual increase over the five-year period. |
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