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Graphic labels on treat foods a silly idea, says FGC
Putting graphic labels on so-called unhealthy or treat foods is a silly idea that’s based on no evidence, says FGC Chief Executive Katherine Rich. She is commenting on a university study that theorises a brief exposure to graphic food product health warnings on food such as chips chocolate bars may enhance 'dietary self-control.'
Read MoreFood industry Heath Star products pass 2000 mark
The food industry is now producing 2003 products with Health Star Rating logos. The milestone was reached during the first quarter of the year, and is a sharp jump from the 1891 products at 31 December last year, and 1744 at 30 September.
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Early-bird registrations for conference close on Friday
Early-bird registrations for the FGC 2018 annual conference,to be held in Brisbane on 7-9 November, close this Friday. Registration cut-off is 27 July, and the workshop and social networking programme selection opens on 13 August.
Read MoreEntries open for 2018 NZ Food Awards
Entries are open for the 2018 NZ Food Awards. This year the awards are looking to highlight products that are focused on sustainability, market relevance, and have strong health and nutritional attributes. Entries close on 30 June, judging is from 10-13 July, and the awards Gala Dinner is on 17 October.
Read MoreMedia has duty to publish accurate wellbeing material
Consumers should expect to be reliably informed when they read articles on wellbeing, not have to put up with cut-and-paste regurgitation from dubious sources disguised as helpful and chosen just because it makes a good headline.
Read MoreOur food future - plant-based food only?
No stock farms, no animal ingredients in any foods, and definitely no meat section in supermarkets. It doesn’t sound right, but according to some food industry leaders it’s what the food world could look like just 30 years from now.
Read MoreWhittaker's most trusted and iconic brand - again
FGC members and brands have again dominated this year’s Most Trusted Brands consumer survey, led by Whittaker’s, which topped the list for an amazing seventh year in a row. It was also voted New Zealand’s Most Trusted Brand across all categories, and the Most Iconic NZ Brand.
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