The European Commission has registered two new European Citizens’ Initiatives related to animal farms and labelling of food. The European Citizens’ Initiatives are “Stop Cruelty
6 in 10 households have at least one domestic animal, with dogs, cats and rabbits the most popular furry friends. And our love for these
Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental and ethical profile of their purchases. Amid the demand for ‘greener’ products, there is also a growing interest
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from human activities intensify the greenhouse effect. This contributes to climate change. Carbon dioxide (CO2), from burning fossil fuels such as
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and current turbulence caused by the invasion of Ukraine are reminders of the crucial importance of UK food producers to our
The European Parliament has approved an ambitious position ahead of talks with EU ministers on the overhaul of European honey marketing rules in a bid
The recent ‘Not for EU’ labelling seen on products sold in the UK is causing quite a stir for both industry and consumers. While there
The vegan diet has soared in popularity in the last five years, but some meat substitutes labelled as vegan contain milk or egg, according to
Since 1 October 2023, businesses in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) are able to move prepacked retail goods as well as certain loose goods
There are a number of legal requirements regarding the labelling and composition of fresh meat, cooked meat and meat-containing products. Food for sale to consumers
Although the United Kingdom has left the European Union (EU), certain pieces of legislation (formally known as ‘retained EU law’) will still apply until such
Chlorophyll Water has transitioned to bottles made from 100% recycled plastic (rPET) with CleanFlake recycled label technology. These 100% rPET bottles are crafted from food-grade
The European Union (EU) has introduced new olive oil quality and labelling regulations. Introduced in November 2022, and published in the EU’s official journal, the
Defra has told industry stakeholders it will not be consulting on controversial plans to introduce compulsory animal welfare labelling of certain food products. The Department
Globally, food systems are responsible for more than â…“ of greenhouse gas emissions. This is largely due to meat production. To reach the Paris Agreement
Childhood obesity is a public health challenge in many countries. Food labelling may help children make healthier food choices. Food is typically labelled using
In line with protecting consumers from unnecessary costs, the UK Government is delaying food labelling rule changes that were due to apply from 1 October
To help consumers make safe and informed choices, food businesses may voluntarily provide information about the unintentional presence of allergens. This is called precautionary allergen
To help consumers make safe and informed choices, food businesses may voluntarily provide information about the unintentional presence of allergens. This is called precautionary allergen
For those in the food business, labels will probably be changed again. The family of a woman with a severe dairy allergy who died after
Sometime in the early 90s, the RSPCA’s Head of Farm Animals and Deputy Chief Vet, Alastair Mews and external technical advisor Dr Mike Baxter began
We’re all used to seeing the gruesome images of black lungs and rotting teeth on packets of cigarettes, designed to put smokers off the unhealthy
Sourdough is both a bread making process and an ingredient. It is the name given to a mixture of cereal flour and water that has
From 1 Jan 2021 food produced in GB and sold in the EU must not be labelled as ‘EU origin’. Food produced and sold in
Key EU legislation relating to a raft of economic areas including laws relating to the standardised marketing and labelling of chocolate product ranges is potentially
The Real Bread Campaign was co-founded by Andrew Whitley of Bread Matters, and Sustain: The alliance for better food and farming, the charity that runs
According to a new study, calorie labels should include the amount of physical exercise required to burn the food off. Researchers in the United Kingdom
New Brexit labelling rules affecting a swathe of food products coming into the country from the EU that were due to come into force on
A Food Standards Agency survey published last month found that between April and June last year, 15% of people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Keeping Canadians healthy is one of the Government of Canada’s top priorities. Having clear and easy to access information on the foods Canadians find in
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