Latest food news
Here are some of the latest food news stories:
1. Plant-based meat alternatives on the rise: According to a report by Euromonitor International, the global plant-based meat alternatives market is expected to grow by 14% annually between 2020 and 2025, driven by increasing consumer demand for healthier and more sustainable food options.
2. Food delivery apps face scrutiny: The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into the dominance of food delivery apps such as Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat, amid concerns over their impact on small businesses and consumers.
3. New food labeling rules in the US: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced new labeling rules for food products, requiring manufacturers to include information on added sugars, potassium, and dietary fiber on packaging.
4. Coffee prices set to rise: Coffee prices are expected to increase due to a combination of factors, including droughts in major coffee-producing countries, rising labor costs, and increased demand for specialty coffee.
5. Vegan and gluten-free products on the rise: According to a report by Nielsen, sales of vegan and gluten-free products have increased by 15% and 10%, respectively, in the past year, driven by growing consumer demand for healthier and more sustainable food options.
6. Food waste reduction efforts: The United Nations has launched a new initiative to reduce food waste, aiming to halve global food waste by 2030. The initiative includes a range of strategies, including improving food storage and transportation, reducing food packaging, and promoting food recovery and redistribution.
7. New food safety regulations in China: China has introduced new food safety regulations, including stricter standards for food production, processing, and distribution, in an effort to improve food safety and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
8. Food delivery services expand into new markets: Food delivery services such as Grubhub and DoorDash are expanding into new markets, including international markets such as the UK and Canada.
9. Plant-based dairy alternatives gain popularity: Plant-based dairy alternatives, such as almond milk and oat milk, are gaining popularity, with sales increasing by 10% in the past year, according to a report by Euromonitor International.
10. Food technology innovations: Food technology innovations, such as lab-grown meat and insect-based protein, are gaining traction, with companies such as Memphis Meats and Six Foods launching new products and services.
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