The definition of “healthy” on food packaging has been revised by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), marking the first update in decades. Under the new guidelines, certain products like white bread, sugary cereals, and sweetened yoghurts will no longer qualify for the claim. Previously, the FDA’s definition of “healthy” focused on individual nutrients, such as specific amounts of vitamins, …
With more than 1 billion meals thrown in the bin globally each day, there’s no doubt society needs new ways to cut food waste. Now scientists say they might have an answer – giving food products ‘sad’ labels to help us empathise with them. Cartoons of sad-looking bananas boost sales of the fruit when they’re not in bunches, according to …
The National Food Crime Unit (NFCU) is a specialised branch of the UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA), established in response to concerns about the integrity and safety of the food supply chain. Its primary role is to investigate and tackle food-related criminal activities, such as fraud, adulteration, and misrepresentation, that can pose risks to public health or undermine consumer confidence …
To keep up with the changes on the EU food market and enable consumers to eat healthy, the European Parliament approved a revision of existing rules on the composition, labelling and production of honey, fruit juices, jams, marmalades and milk. The revision of EU’s breakfast directives should lead to stricter rules for labelling honey, increased fruit content in jams, less …
Food labelling serves a crucial role in safeguarding the health of consumers by providing important information about the products they buy. To enable brands to protect consumers, there are strict food regulations in the UK that govern what and how this information is presented on a label to ensure clarity, accuracy and honesty. While the intricacies of these regulations can …
We can build a circular food system that ensures our food never creates waste. A circular food system provides economic opportunities, tackles climate change, protects biodiversity, and builds greater long-term resilience. In a circular economy food waste is prevented, surplus edible food can be redistributed to people who need it, and inedible food by-products and human waste become inputs for …
For British and EU producers, the current food label regulations are described in the Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIR) and for British companies, the details of the traffic light labelling system is explained in the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Regulations for food labels are updated on a regular basis and we, at Labelservice, ensure that we are always up …
Food products always look more enticing when the product label displays a high-quality photo of the contents or ingredients contained in the product. The quality of a specialty food label can directly affect not just how consumers view your presentation, but also affect their perception of the quality of the product inside. This is where digital label printing really excels. …
Bad design and low-cost print aren’t very enticing to a consumer. While you don’t have to break the bank on your food labels, it is imperative they have eye-catching shelf appeal and consistent colour. Especially for food labels, colours must be consistent and vibrant, from lot-to-lot, so your product appears appetizing. Also, your customer may perceive that the food label …
Over 7.5 billion takeaways were ordered in the UK last year, and 2020 is set to be even bigger. With the takeaway business in high demand you will want to ensure you’re one step ahead and fully stocked up, preparing for those busy periods. Ensuring your business stands out is essential, and with a little thought with your packaging, including …
