Nestlé is expanding its culinary portfolio with high protein products across key geographies. This includes solutions developed to meet specific nutritional needs under new brands, as well as the continuous
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A range of new eco-friendly packaging materials made from onion skins and peelings is being created by an Oban-based start-up, offering an alternative to fossil fuel-derived plastic products – a
The PPMA Show, the UK’s leading event for processing and packaging machinery, including industrial automation and machine vision systems, has once again been acclaimed as a great success. Established more
Discount retailer Lidl has announced a new strategic partnership with Irish food giant Kerry Dairy Ireland, an international leader in dairy innovation and sustainability, to develop a brand-new infant formula
Knorr, has launched its first ever Red and White Wine Stock Pots designed to bring depth and flavour to dishes without consumers having to buy or open a bottle of
For over 35 years the annual PPMA Show has been a highlight of the processing and packaging industry’s calendar. This event, between 24-26 September at the NEC in Birmingham, is
Global flavour expert, Synergy Flavours, has conducted an assessment of the flavoured beer market, using data from Innova and the consumer research platform, VYPR. Synergy presented its findings at the
Lidl Ireland is set to give a ‘Kickstart’ to a new batch of 48 Irish producers from across the country who successfully earned a place on the retailer’s coveted Kickstart
Plant-based burgers and bangers that could “revolutionise” food production in the UK have finally hit the shelves. MYCO’s pioneering range has been rolled out having been in development for well
Arla Foods Ingredients is demonstrating how manufacturers can meet demand for high-protein cheese products that combine nutritional quality with indulgence. In a market where consumers are highly focused on value,
Armagh-based food manufacturer, Davison Canners, has invested £6 million in a new manufacturing facility outside Portadown. As a result of the investment, the company will create 31 new jobs and expects
A third (33%) of Irish consumers have increased the frequency that they drink low and non-alcoholic alternatives in the past year, outpacing any other category when they’re out in bars,
Ireland’s first National Centre of Excellence dedicated to supporting start-up, micro and small food businesses has been officially opened in Athenry, County Galway. BIA Innovator Campus will drive regional and national growth
Flavorman, a leading custom beverage development company, has announced its annual predictions for the upcoming trends in the beverage industry for 2024. Renowned for its accurate foresight, Flavorman provides valuable
Through the Innovate UK Better Food for All competition, 47 winning projects will each receive a share of £17.4 million to improve food quality, create functional foods, boost nutrition, develop
CPI (Centre for Process Innovation) has launched a new multi-million-pound food innovation centre that will put the North East of England ’at the epicentre of a green revolution in the
Are you an early-stage food or drink company interested in scaling your business? Do you have a category-disrupting product, solution or ingredient with export potential? Then look no further than
Müller Yogurt & Desserts has launched its first plant-based range in the UK and revealed the return of a retro consumer favourite. With the new launches, Müller is tapping into
With the UK’s love of food and drink, it is no surprise that exciting innovations are always happening in the industry, with food and beverage businesses constantly researching, developing and
Nestlé has introduced a versatile and cost-effective sugar reduction technology that can be applied across different product categories, with benefits beyond sugar reduction. It can also be used to produce
ADM, a global leader in human and animal nutrition, has opened a new Customer Creation and Innovation Center (CCIC) in Manchester, England, serving as a UK hub for food innovation
Wall’s, the UK’s leading sausage roll brand, has announced the biggest relaunch in its history, as it aims to reinforce its reputation for high quality, great taste and exceptional value
A flagship food development project in the heart of one of Ireland’s richest farmland areas has been unveiled this week
New Kantar Worldpanel data, released by the Food and Drink Federation (FDF), shows the average UK shopping basket has become
Arla Foods Ingredients is highlighting growing consumer focus on nutrient quality as it launches a new brand for its line
Once again in 2023, many people have set themselves the goal of following a healthier, more balanced diet. Most consumers
After cultured meat received FDA approval, lab-grown meat is predicted to make up nearly a quarter of all meat consumption
Synergy Flavors predicts that East Asian flavors will take centre stage for sports nutrition products, as outlined in its recent
The AgTechUCD Innovation Centre has announced the twelve start-ups (profiled below) selected for its second accelerator programme dedicated to early-stage
The first years of life are a particularly important period for brain development and learning. Breast milk, the ideal choice
Nestlé has announced that it is exploring emerging technologies for the development of animal-free dairy protein-based products. This move complements
Beverages associated with health benefits, sustainability and better nutrition are soaring in popularity among food service consumers, according to a
Consumers across the world associate cheese flavours with indulgence, comfort and freshness with significant variation in different regions, according to
According to data from Innova Market Insights’ Global New Product Introductions report, almonds have maintained their top spot as the
Danone has launched the first ever Dairy and Plants Blend baby formula, in response to parents’ desire for vegetarian and flexitarian
GUINNESS has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design for GUINNESS NITROSURGE and GUINNESS MICRODRAUGHT. The Red Dot
As customers’ need for inspiration, innovation and speed-to-market take precedence in today’s dynamic chocolate market, Cargill’s House of Chocolate provides them with a collaborative, end-to-end
A new survey conducted by YouGov for Arla Foods of more than 8,000 consumers in the UK, Denmark, Sweden and
Kerry Group, the world’s leading taste and nutrition company, has identified six key trends that are set to shape the
Tate & Lyle, a leading global provider of food and beverage solutions and ingredients, has unveiled six key trends that
The drive towards healthier choices in food and beverages has become so strong that it is even relevant to treating. Taste
As trends towards health and wellness continue to mount, producers in Western Europe are expanding their portfolios with low and
The traditionally natural and nutritious image of dairy products is continuing to be a key driver in NPD, according to
Innova Market Insights’ #2 trend for 2021, Plant-Forward, signifies the evolution of plant-based concepts beyond the core dairy and meat alternatives
As a precautionary measure, Diageo is recalling its newly launched new non-alcoholic beer – Guinness 0.0 – in Great Britain
As the demand for natural colors continues to grow globally, Chr. Hansen Natural Colors shows a clear ambition to remain
ADM, a global leader in nutrition and partner to the world’s leading consumer brands, has released its view on the
Diageo has launched Guinness 0.0, a new non-alcoholic beer from the brewers at St James’s Gate in Dublin that boasts
According to data from Innova Market Insights’ Global New Product Introductions report, almonds maintained their top spot in Europe as
Product of the Year is back and on a mission to discover and celebrate the UK’s most innovative new products for
Sensient Flavors presents its new collection of ‘Trends to Taste’ flavours. With their sophisticated flavour profile, the new creations are
Food and beverage manufacturers in Europe who are looking for label friendly, reduced sugar options can look to Cargill’s newest
Kerry Group, the Taste & Nutrition specialist, has released Botanicals Collection ZERO, an extensive range of high-quality, authentic botanical extracts
Fazer Group is responding to customer wishes and rising food trends by introducing two new chocolatey innovations. The company has