In today’s supermarkets, it’s easy to feel lost among competing claims about sustainability, animal welfare and ‘responsible’ food. Many of us reach for labels in the hope they simplify the choice.

Ineffective labelling practices across the food and drink sector are causing consumers headaches, calling into question their value and effectiveness to end users. It is often difficult to glean ...

Food labels are intended to support healthy choices. But not all labelling schemes are equal. Australia currently uses a voluntary Health Star Rating system. Food manufacturers can choose to add a ...