Ban on Meaty Names May Be Extended to the UK
Recent efforts to enforce a ban on ‘meaty’ names for alternatives are reaching a critical point after multiple previous attempts. The EU has proposed banning...
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Ben & Jerry’s Faces Off Against Unilever Over Palestine-Themed Ice Cream
Ben Cohen, one of the co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s, has indicated that its parent company, Unilever, has prevented the launch of a Palestine-themed ice...
239 Jobs Saved as Food Packaging Company Exits Administration
PFF Group appointed Howard Smith and Richard Harrison from Interpath as joint administrators. Subsequently, they facilitated the sale of the business and its assets. This...
UN Negotiations on Global Plastics Treaty Fail to Reach Agreement
Why Did the Global Plastics Treaty Fail? Summary Treaty talks among 183 countries concluded without a legal agreement. Leading companies, including Nestlé, PepsiCo, and Unilever,...
Mars to Remove Artificial Colors from M&M’s, Skittles, and Starburst by 2026
Mars, Inc. has officially announced plans to reformulate some of its iconic brands, including M&Ms, Skittles, and Starburst, by 2026. This pivotal change will involve...
64 Million US McDonald’s Job Seekers’ Data Compromised in AI Hiring System Breach
On July 9, Ian Carroll and Sam Curry reported a significant security breach involving the AI chatbot platform used by McDonald’s franchisees, known as McHire.com....
EFSA Welcomes New Leader: Meet Nikolaus Kriz
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has appointed a new executive director, Dr. Nikolaus Kriz. His nomination marks a significant step for the organization, which...
EPR Regulations Face Criticism as Government Reveals New Fees
The introduction of new fees associated with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations has sparked significant debate. As the government unveils these fees, industry stakeholders express...
EFSA Enhances Efficiency in Novel Food Approval Processes
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recognizes the urgency to enhance its efficiency in meeting industry demands. The agency indicates it is collaborating closely with...
Linda McCartney’s CEO Steps Down Immediately Amid Declining Sales
Wendy Davison has served as president and CEO of the New Jersey-based group, which includes notable brands such as Linda McCartney’s, Ella’s Kitchen, Hartley’s, and...