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Ethical claims appeal to kids growing older younger

By Sarah Hills

Children are becoming more aware of environmental issues from an earlier age, offering food and drinks manufacturers a chance to directly target them with ethical products, according to a new report.

Consultancy to integrate technical and compliance advice

By Jess Halliday

A new consultancy in The Netherlands has been established to give more closely targeted advice to food developers on technical issues on the one hand, and how to comply with the changing regulatory landscape on the other.

Healthy confectionery gains market share worldwide

By Gavin Kermack

Sugar-free candy and sweet products offering specific health benefits are set to increase rapidly in popularity over the next few years, answering a growing market demand for functional confectionery and rising fears over the alleged obesity epidemic.