Category: News
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European farming faces renewed scrutiny over antibiotic use after experts warned that reductions in farm antimicrobial sales are stalling, with food safety and meat supply-chain consequences.
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The European Commission’s EUDR review brings soluble coffee and coffee extracts into scope, closing a compliance gap that could affect beverage manufacturers, coffee processors, and importers.
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FrieslandCampina Ingredients is investing more than €90m across its Dutch production network to expand high-value whey protein capacity for active nutrition, medical nutrition, early-life nutrition, and high-protein food formats.
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Sidel has unveiled a 16.5g edible oil PET bottle using laser heating and structural redesign to reduce plastic use while retaining top-load performance, grip, and rPET compatibility for high-volume supply chains.
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Amcor, Metsä Group, and G Mondini have developed a fibre-based tray system for protein and chilled ready meals. The system will run live at interpack on G Mondini’s Trave Streamline machine.
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Michelman has introduced Nuvita Life 4002 and Nuvita Life 4605 for fibre-based retail food packaging. The coatings target barrier performance, recyclability, compostability, and compatibility with VFFS lines.
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Bel North America is targeting stronger growth through distribution, foodservice, product innovation, and packaging architecture. The strategy follows double-digit momentum for Babybel and Boursin and major investment in South Dakota capacity.
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US flour production fell again in the first quarter of 2026. Output dropped 2.7% year on year, extending a five-quarter decline and taking first-quarter production to its lowest level in 15 years.
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Fairfields Farm has introduced a limited-edition Cajun Barbecue crisp. The launch is the company’s first ridge-cut format and will be produced through its vertically integrated farm-to-bag operation.
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Second Nature Brands has recalled selected Keto Crunch Smart Mix packs after undeclared cashews, pistachios, and cherries were identified. The issue was traced to a temporary breakdown in production and packaging processes.