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“Ready meal crisis”: UK health group renews calls for tougher government action on salt reduction after new study

“Ready meal crisis”: UK health group renews calls for tougher government action on salt reduction after new study

One in five ready meals are “unacceptably high in salt, fat, and saturated fat,” warns a new product survey from Action on Salt (AoS). To mark Salt Awareness Week (May 12-18), AoS urges the UK government to end voluntary salt reformulation and enforce stricter regulations over how much sodium content can be in products.
Redefining taste-driven innovations: How formulators are using AI and consumer insights to go beyond flavor
Redefining taste-driven innovations: How formulators are using AI and consumer insights to go beyond flavor
Taste remains a top priority in F&B applications amid efforts to reduce sugar and fat or incorporate alternative ingredients. As innovation moves beyond targeting flavor alone, formulators are now eyeing texture, mouthfeel, and delivery formats. By leveraging sensory panels, consumer insights, and AI, they are unlocking new concepts such as “emotional resonance” and healthy indulgence to fulfill dynamic consumer demands.
Kerry VP: How AI is reshaping F&B innovation cycles to boost product development
Kerry VP: How AI is reshaping F&B innovation cycles to boost product development
Food innovation in emerging F&B companies is fraught with challenges like high minimum order quantities (MOQs) and lengthy lead times, which can slow down product development and increase time-to-market. Kerry is targeting these issues with its AI tool “KerryKalaido” which leverages a blend of product, consumer, and ingredient trends to speed up product ideation and realization.
Making the Switch from Fiber Drums to Flexible Bags
Making the Switch from Fiber Drums to Flexible Bags
For ingredient manufacturers in search of sustainable, cost-effective packaging, the shift from rigid to flexible packaging offers significant benefits. Learn what industry trends are driving the shift to flexible packaging, factors to consider when moving from fiber drums, alternative packaging options, and what to look for in a packaging partner.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Fres-co System USA, Inc. 
IFFA 2025: Corbion supports safety, shelf life, and sustainability in protein market
IFFA 2025: Corbion supports safety, shelf life, and sustainability in protein market

Corbion presented its sustainable ingredient solutions and specialties in preservation, food safety, and bio-based tech at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Janine Gierman, sales director for Functional Ingredients & Specialties, discussed opportunities and challenges in the protein market and how customer demands might evolve.

IFFA 2025 review: Protein ingredient, processing & packaging innovation
IFFA 2025 review: Protein ingredient, processing & packaging innovation
(Alt-)protein ingredient systems for enhancing flavor, texture, and shelf life proliferated at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany, as the industry contends with environmental and economic challenges. Automation, robotics, and digital monitoring tools elevated the productivity and efficiency of meat and plant-based ingredient processing and packaging. We reflect on the key innovations in protein ingredients and machinery solutions at this year’s event amid spiking consumer interest in human and planetary health.

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Tradin Organic: Balancing health and sustainability in fats amid seed oil skepticism
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Edible oils and fats that align with evolving consumer demands are nudging innovators to prioritize health and sustainability. From traceability and nutrition, to regenerative sourcing and novel oil innovation, companies like Tradin Organic are adapting to meet shifting expectations across alternative meat, dairy, and clean label F&B formulations.
US government suspends cattle imports from Mexico as New World Screwworm spreads
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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has suspended live cattle, horse, and bison imports through US ports of entry along the southern border due to the continued and rapid northward spread of the potentially devastating pest, New World Screwworm (NWS), in Mexico.
Community-based food cooperatives help combat food insecurity and improve diet, flags Australian research
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Food prices in Australian supermarkets are rising, and as an increasing number of consumers experience food insecurity, new research has found that community food cooperatives can play a crucial role in improving diet and food access among vulnerable groups. Researchers from Western Sydney University (UWS) and the University of Wollongong (UOW) conducted an online survey of Box Divvy members, a food co-op active in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory.
Jamaica secures children’s nutrition with new healthy school meal rules
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Jamaica has taken steps to ensure children are healthy and ready to learn with the new National School Nutrition Policy, which will be implemented in all early childhood, primary, secondary, and special education schools. It limits the sale and marketing of sugary drinks and ultra-processed foods in schools and mandates nutrition education. The cabinet-approved policy outlines what is necessary to promote healthy eating and active living in all Jamaican schools. The government says it will ensure students have safe and nutritious food access by strengthening the school-feeding program and fostering partnerships among schools, families, farmers, vendors, and communities to build a culture of wellness. 
Danone to boost nutrition portfolio with majority stake in plant-based organic formula firm Kate Farms
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Danone has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Kate Farms, a fast-growing US business offering a wide array of plant-based, organic nutrition products for medical and everyday needs. The French multinational food company says Kate Farms’ “highly complementary products” will enhance Danone’s specialized nutrition offerings.
Looming lean season draws new UN and Nigeria gov plans to mitigate nutrition crisis
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The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is worried that the upcoming lean period will worsen the alarming humanitarian crisis in Nigeria’s Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) states. In response, the Nigerian government launched a multisector plan for these states focused on urgent food security. “The health and nutrition sectors have been particularly impacted, with up to 70% of health services and 50% of nutrition services affected, threatening gains in malnutrition prevention and treatment,” reveals OCHA. 
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UK-US tariff agreement: Concerns over beef and ethanol escalate as key details remain unknown

The UK has become the first nation to reach a tariff agreement with the US since President Donald Trump levied baseline 10% tariffs on all foreign countries last month. While full details have not yet been disclosed, import taxes on beef and ethanol products from the US have been removed. Stock prices lifted this morning following the announcements. The deal establishes a reciprocal tariff-free quota of 13,000 metric tons of beef exports between the two countries annually, allowing British farmers access to the US market for the first time. This is something the UK National Farmers Union (NFU) has campaigned for in Washington for several years.  

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Deliveroo accepts £2.9B acquisition offer from US foodservice giant DoorDash

UK foodservice company Deliveroo will be acquired by US rival DoorDash for £2.9 billion (US$3.9 billion). Deliveroo has been publicly listed on the London stock market for the past four years, during which time its share price has struggled. Deliveroo shareholders will receive 180 pence in cash per Deliveroo share.  

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IFFA 2025: Protein diversification and clean label innovation to redefine meat and alternatives

At this year’s upcoming IFFA in Frankfurt, Germany, the global meat and alt-protein industry will gather as the world looks to diversify protein sources to feed a growing population. Hybrid offerings, cultivated meat, precision fermentation, and microbial ingredients will proliferate across the show floor from May 3-8, reflecting changing consumer habits, inflationary pressures, evolving regulations, and above all, innovation for greater access to the next protein frontier.

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Taste-driven innovationMay2025

According to data from Innova Market Insights, 40% of consumers globally say rich flavor and taste make a food and beverage experience impressive. Flavor enhancer ingredient launches grew by 4% from 2...

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Nurturing nutrition May 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows a +2% growth in functional health claims for F&B launches from 2020 to 2024. Functional Hot Drinks led the growth with a 13% increase over five years, followed by Spreads with an 11% growth, and Desserts and ice Cream, which had a 9% increase. Hair Support, Energy/Alertness, and Digestive/Gut Health were the fastest-growing claims.

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Focus on flavorsMay 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows that 1 in 2 consumers actively seek new, innovative flavors from store and supermarket brands. This has pushed the market for flavor ingredient innovation, which grew by 6% from 2020 to 2024.

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IFFA 2025: Corbion supports safety, shelf life, and sustainability in protein market

Corbion presented its sustainable ingredient solutions and specialties in preservation, food safety, and bio-based tech at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Janine Gierman, sales director for Functional Ingredients & Specialties, discussed opportunities and challenges in the protein market...

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