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Carbon Footprint Labelling: Is This The Future Of Supermarket Shelves?
As the climate emergency rages on, it has never been more important for consumers to think twice about their carbon footprint and in particular, the impact their diet and weekly food shop choices are having on the planet. According to a 2019 report from the IPCC, the process of producing, processing and transporting our food…
Read MoreLifting the Lid on Bottle Cap Changes
In a world of 24/7 digital and social media, it’s easier than ever to gauge consumer reaction to a change in the food industry – all you have to do is search online to see people’s views and reviews. And one topic which has gained traction across Twitter, TikTok and other social platforms is the…
Read MoreTips for Marketing Sustainability Credentials using Certifications
The sustainability agenda is continuing to change the way consumers buy, what they buy, and who they buy from. Are you demonstrating your commitment clearly to those that matter most? We talk to one of our Australian experts, Regulatory Manager Dr Janine Curll, to find out more about the importance of moving sustainability higher up the…
Read MoreWhich Areas of the UK Are Leading the Way in Reducing Food Waste in 2023?
With food prices continuing to rise and pressure on wallets becoming ever tighter, food waste is now a bigger issue than it ever has been before. Many of us are guilty of throwing something away because we’re not quite sure if it’s safe to eat. Each year, Brits throw away 9.5 million tonnes of food.…
Read MoreRecycling Regulations in the EU and UK 2023
With many different regulations on recycling and waste reduction out there, it can be confusing — and let’s face it, hard work — to make sure each product is labelled correctly. In this blog, Ashbury’s food regulatory consultant Janet Dalzell, shares insight on some of the major recycling initiatives in place across the EU and…
Read MoreDeposit Return Schemes (DRS) for food packaging in the UK and EU
With many different regulations on recycling and waste reduction out there, it can be confusing – and let’s face it, hard work – to make sure each product is compliant with the rules of the country it’s to be sold and marketed. Janet Dalzell, senior regulatory advisor at Ashbury, shares insights into deposit return schemes…
Read MorePromoting Sustainability – Is Your Front of Pack Doing You Justice?
The sustainability agenda is continuing to change the way consumers buy, what they buy, and who they buy from. Are you demonstrating your commitment clearly to those that matter most? The UK Government Sustainable Development Commission has defined sustainability as: “development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations…
Read MoreRecent Cases of ASA Action Against Green Washing
‘Greenwashing’ is one of the biggest buzzwords across the food industry – but what guidance is currently in place, and is greenwashing regulated? Janet Dalzell, Senior Regulatory Advisor at Ashbury, shares her insight on the latest rulings against greenwashing, and what these recent cases mean for businesses keen to communicate their credentials… What is ‘Greenwashing’?…
Read MoreNovel Alternative Proteins: Sustainable Healthy Plant Diets – Ashbury
The demand for alternatives to animal products is growing as consumers grow more concerned about their health and the environment. In response to these consumers concerns and the need for sustainable diets, food industry leaders are developing a range of new products and ingredients using different plant-based and insect derived proteins. We will be delving into plant-based…
Read MoreNovel Alternative Proteins: A Path to Sustainable Healthy Diets, Insect Derived
The demand for alternatives to animal products is growing as consumers grow more concerned about their health and the environment. In response to these consumers concerns and the need for sustainable diets, food industry leaders are developing a range of new products and ingredients using different plant-based and insect derived proteins. Our food labelling expert Camila Gomez Pardo delves into insect-derived proteins in this…
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