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What’s Next for Food & Drink? Our Experts’ Predictions for 2026

2025 has been a busy year for the food and beverage industry, full of fast-paced regulatory changes, widespread flavour innovation, and consumer buying choices influenced by cost, health, and nostalgia. As 2026 approaches, the industry shows no signs of slowing down. To help you get up to speed on what to expect for food and…

The Peanut Diaries: School and Social Occasions

“When your child is really young, we, as parents, have almost total control over what and when our children eat (save for those times they find a particularly juicy-looking leftover sweet on the playground floor). It’s a slow process and doesn’t happen all at once, but as they get older, that level of total control…

The Peanut Diaries: Navigating Social Events and Celebrations with Food Allergies

“Raising a child with an allergy is tricky at times. As they get older and grow more independent, it is natural that as a parent you have less and less control over your child’s diet. My son is only five years old, but we’ve already been faced with difficult situations and choices, and as parents…

Recycling legislation

Triman Logo and Sorting Instructions in France

A regulation recently introduced in France means that businesses exporting to the country will now have to include sorting instructions...
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Puzzle Pieces of the EU

Mutual Recognition Principle – The Reality of the EU’s...

With 27 Member States and millions of potential consumers, the European Union (EU) offers ample opportunity for food manufacturers and...
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plant-based protein

Reg Update: France issues Decree regarding the labelling of products made...

France has published a Decree formally banning meat names both legal and customary from being used on processed food made...
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mung bean protein

What Are the Rules for Novel Foods in the UK?

Since the UK left the EU, novel foods are now required to be authorised via a different pathway to market...
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sunflower oil

Sunflower Oil Shortage – Labelling Implications

In recent times, supply chain issues seem to be the only thing not in short supply. While many products are...
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vegan & plant based

Naming your Vegan or Plant-Based Products for the US – Ashbury

How easy is it to replicate your product’s UK success overseas? Our US team shares their guidance on naming vegan...
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5 different craft beers on a polished table

3 Compliance Tips for Launching in the Low2No Alcohol Category

Is there potential for innovators in the sector, and what are the current regulations? Ashbury regulatory experts share their three...
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QR codes

What to consider when using QR codes on food labels

Quick Response codes, commonly known as QR codes, have become increasingly popular as information continues to fight for space on...
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cell-based meat

Cell-based Meat – Is it Viable?

An increase in the number of vegans and vegetarians in recent times has sparked an increase to product innovations, particularly...
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coeliac awareness week

Coeliac Awareness Week – What Do Brands Need to Do?

Coeliac Awareness Week 2022 runs from 9th to 15th May, and is this year aimed at educating and encouraging individuals...
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alcohol labelling

How to Label Alcohol Volume in the UK and EU

The market for alcoholic drinks has continued to see major growth, making it an exciting time to launch a new...
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greenwashing

Recent 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...
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