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Research IDs consumer confusion with milk, meat labels

While nutritional science tells these consumers that “healthy” includes lean meats and dairy products in moderation, they’re not sure the alternatives offer better health outcomes and are better for people, animals and the planet.
September 5, 2019
New research from The Center for Food Integrity (CFI), Kansas City, Mo., shows that a significant and growing group of health-conscious consumers are confused by the mixed messages about the words “milk,” “meat” and “burger.”
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Study reveals problems with fish mislabeling in Canada

The findings reveal that mislabeling happens before fish are imported into Canada, as well as throughout the supply chain.
February 11, 2019
Canada continue to have a problem with fish mislabeling, and the problem persists throughout the supply chain, according to a first-ever study produced by University of Guelph (U of G), Canada.
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Poll: Plant-based beverage processors should refrain from using “milk” on product labels

Most Americans believe that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration should restrict plant-based beverage companies from using the word “milk” on product labels.
January 28, 2019
Half of all Americans (49%) believe that non-dairy brands should not be allowed to use the term “milk” on their product labels because they are often less nutritious than dairy milk, according to a poll conducted on behalf of the National Milk Producers Federation, Arlington, Va.
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Study reveals U.S. consumers seek clarity from retailers on food labeling

The researchrevealed 76% of U.S. consumers have unintentionally consumed food restricted from their diet.
January 16, 2019
Nearly 33% of Americans who have accidentally purchased food that does not align to their dietary requirements do so on a weekly basis, 49% of which said it was due to poor labeling, according to new research by Spoon Guru, London.
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The global outlook on smart labels

With growing pressures to reduce food and packaging waste, any technology that helps the consumer make better decisions on food waste will always be well received.
December 6, 2018
Advanta, Vienna, Va., outlines which countries are at the forefront of smart labeling.
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Graphic Products DuraLabel Toro Control Panel Labeling Kit

Sign labeling kit

November 8, 2018
Graphic Products, Beaverton, Ore., introduced the DuraLabel Toro Control Panel Labeling Kit.
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Study quantifies how much more consumers willing to pay for healthy food

Three out of four consumers say they’re committed to at least one health, wellness, ethical or environmental attribute among the foods they eat.
October 29, 2018
The desire to pay more for healthier foods is growing stronger. That’s because up to 70% of consumers say they’re willing to pay a premium for food products in the natural, ethical, enhanced or “less of…” categories, according to “Consumer Health Claims 3.0: The Next Generation of Mindful Food Consumption,” a new survey from L.E.K. Consulting, Chicago.
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