Ian Westcott

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Editor at New Food Magazine

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ROCOL achieves first NSF PFAS free lubricant certification

1 week ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 20 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | ROCOL has become the first company to receive NSF’s PFAS free certification for its FOODLUBE lubricants—marking a major step forward in food safety and sustainability. Industrial lubrication expert ROCOL has become the first company in the world to receive the new NSF 537 PFAS-free certification for products in its FOODLUBE® range – a major step forward for food safety and environmental responsibility.
Coca-Cola recall Topo Chico mineral water over contaminations

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 6 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | Coca-Cola has recalled Topo Chico Mineral Water sold at Costco locations in Texas and Louisiana due to potential bacterial contamination. Bottles of Topo Chico Mineral Water affected by the recall due to possible bacterial contamination. Credit: ShutterstockCoca-Cola has issued a recall of Topo Chico Mineral Water sold in Costco stores in Texas and Louisiana due to concerns over potential bacterial contamination. What’s behind the recall?
Popeyes goes toe-to-toe with McDonald’s with new chicken wraps

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 5 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | Popeyes challenges McDonald’s summer menu with new Chicken Wraps in three flavours and a refreshing blueberry beverage range, available nationwide from 2 June 2025. Popeyes is stepping up the summer fast-food showdown with the launch of its new Chicken Wraps, positioning itself against McDonald’s recent Snack Wrap launch. The Chicken Wraps come in three signature flavours and are accompanied by a fresh lineup of blueberry-infused beverages.
Red Bull launches limited-time Lilac Edition for spring 2025

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 5 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | Red Bull introduces the Lilac Edition, a spring-inspired energy drink blending pink grapefruit and floral notes, available nationwide for a limited time. Red Bull has introduced its first-ever U.S. Spring Edition energy drink, aptly named the Lilac Edition, to mark the arrival of spring. Launched nationwide on March 3, 2025, this limited-time offering is available in both full-sugar and sugar-free options.
Haribo recalls sweets in Netherlands after cannabis contamination

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 4 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | Haribo is recalling its Happy Cola F!ZZ sweets in the Netherlands after traces of cannabis were found. Several consumers reported feeling unwell, prompting a police investigation. Haribo has recalled some of its popular sweets in the Netherlands after tests revealed traces of cannabis, raising health concerns for consumers. The recall affects 1kg bags of Haribo Happy Cola F!ZZ sweets with a best-before date of January 2026.
Kellogg’s Chocolate Corn Flakes discontinued after UK recall

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 4 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | Kellogg’s has confirmed its popular Chocolate Corn Flakes will not return to UK supermarket shelves, following last year’s recall over potential safety concerns. Kellogg’s Chocolate Corn Flakes have officially been discontinued in the UK, following last year’s recall that raised safety concerns. The cereal, known for its crunchy cocoa-coated flakes, will not be returning to supermarket shelves, leaving fans disappointed.
McDonald’s Snack Wrap returns in July 2025

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 3 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | McDonald’s Snack Wrap returns on 10 July 2025 in Spicy and Ranch flavours after nearly a decade off menus, satisfying fans who never stopped asking for its comeback. The McDonald’s Snack Wrap (pictured) returns to US menus nationwide on 10 July 2025, satisfying fans who’ve long awaited its comeback.
FDA raise tomato recall to class 1 due to salmonella contamination

3 weeks ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 3 June 2025 | Ian Westcott | The FDA has upgraded the 2025 tomato recall linked to salmonella contamination to Class I risk, warning of serious health dangers including death. The FDA has escalated a voluntary recall of tomatoes distributed by Williams Farms Repack LLC, citing a heightened risk of severe illness and death linked to salmonella contamination.
EU releases controversial EUDR country risk benchmarking amid fierce environmental criticism

1 month ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 23 May 2025 | Ian Westcott | The EU’s new deforestation risk benchmarking system has arrived early — but environmental advocates warn it falls short of protecting forests. EU deforestation law draws sharp criticism from campaigners and industry. Credit: ShutterstockThe European Commission has released its much-anticipated country benchmarking under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) roughly one month ahead of schedule, marking a key milestone in its enforcement.
Coca-Cola to revise recycling claims across Europe

1 month ago | newfoodmagazine.com | Ian Westcott

newsPosted: 8 May 2025 | Ian Westcott | Coca-Cola will revise its plastic recycling claims across Europe following a greenwashing complaint from BEUC. The update aims to offer consumers clearer, more accurate labelling. The Coca-Cola Company will change the recycling claims on its plastic bottles across Europe after a complaint from the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) and consumer groups in 13 countries.