FDA paves the way for salt reduction in dozens of food categories
The department will allow salt substitutes in bread, milk, condiments and other staple foods as part of an effort to reduce Americans’ sodium consumption.
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B&G Foods sells bean brands amid push to sharpen business
The sale of B&M and Joan of Arc to McCall Farms marks the one-time serial acquirer’s latest divestiture as the company focuses on its core brands and pays down debt.
Monster tries again on protein shakes
The energy giant is returning to the category as innovation becomes a key piece of its growth strategy.
Australian watchdog launches legal action over “egg cartel”
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken a dozen of the country's eggs businesses to court over alleged cartel conduct. The post Australian watchdog…
Spain snacks group Apex buys local distributor Industrias Marjo
Spanish snacks major Grupo Apex has moved to grow its presence in the country’s convenience market with the acquisition of a local distributor. The post Spain snacks group Apex…
Italian preserves firm Citres sells to private equity
Citres, the family-owned, Italian, preserves business, has sold a majority of its shares to Clessidra Private Equity. The post Italian preserves firm Citres sells to private…
The case for dairy in the UPF debate and ‘food as health’ approaches
Consumers may use the term “ultra-processed” to describe foods they believe contain unnecessary ingredients or lack nutritional value. However, processing encompasses a wide range…
B&G Foods sells more brands to McCall Farms
B&G Foods has offloaded more brands to fellow McCall Farms as the company continues to streamline its portfolio and trim debt. The post B&G Foods sells more brands to McCall Farms…
US food watchdog outlines new rules on salt substitutes
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued rules allowing manufacturers to swap salt for “safe” alternatives in everyday staples. The post US food watchdog outlines new…
Streeting urges households to stock up on tinned food and bottled water
UK households are being encouraged to keep supplies of bottled water and tinned food at home, as part of government advice to prepare for potential emergencies. Defence Secretary…
Yazoo hits £100m RSV milestone
Flavoured milk brand Yazoo has announced a milestone of reaching £100m in retail sales value (RSV), marking growth for the business. The successful results were driven by major…
Seafood Recipe Variety Narrows In UK Over Past 100 Years – University of Exeter
The variety of seafood recipes has narrowed in the UK over the past 100 years, as per new research from the University of Exeter.