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Plant-based advocacy physician group sues US government over latest dietary guidelines
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a non-profit organisation that promotes plant-based approaches to healthcare and nutrition, has filed a lawsuit against the US federal government over its 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
The Vegan Society revamps Vegan Trademark logo ahead of new EU legislation
The Vegan Society has unveiled its new Vegan Trademark logo design, aiming to modernise the widely used vegan certification ahead of upcoming European Union legislation regarding environmental and sustainability claims.
FDA proposes mandatory GRAS notifications in overhaul of new food ingredient regulation
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed making notifications for Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substances mandatory, marking a significant shift in how food ingredients are overseen in the US.
European Commission publishes Protein Action Plan to boost agri-food system resilience
The European Commission has published its new Protein Action Plan alongside a Livestock Strategy, aiming to boost the resilience of Europe’s agri-food sector and address market challenges.
Swiss Supreme Court bans use of “milk” on oat drinks
Switzerland’s highest court has ruled that plant-based products cannot use the term “milk” under any circumstances.
EU agrees on 'meaty' words ban for plant-based foods
EU negotiators have agreed to go ahead with a ban on the use of animal-associated names for plant-based products, restricting 31 words in total including ‘chicken’ and ‘steak’.
Milking it? How the Oatly Supreme Court judgment will influence branding in the plant-based sector
Michael Skrein, partner, and Eva Burkhart, trainee at law firm Reed Smith, examine how the Supreme Court judgement will impact the plant-based sector moving forward.
UK Supreme Court blocks Oatly’s ‘Post Milk Generation’ trademark in landmark ruling for plant-based brands
The UK Supreme Court dismisses Oatly's appeal and rules that its trademark 'Post Milk Generation' is invalid for use on oat-based food and drink in the UK.
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