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- Labelling research
- Social science research
- SIGnposting Nutrition Study (SIGNS)
- Other food labelling and social science research
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Food labelling and social science food safety research
These projects look at how effective food labels are in helping consumers to make informed choices about the food they buy. Find research documents on labelling, social science, and the SIGnposting Nutrition Study (SIGNS).
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Labelling research
Allergens in food processing: Industry case studies [PDF, 244 KB]
Front of pack labelling: Perspectives of the New Zealand food industry [PDF, 714 KB]
Scientific interpretive summary: Front of pack labelling – New Zealand food industry perspectives [PDF, 20 KB]
Nutrition labelling – Update of scientific evidence on consumer use and understanding of nutrition labels and claims [PDF, 506 KB]
Information sources and practices: Preparation of powdered infant formula in New Zealand – Qualitative research [PDF, 252 KB]
Scientific Interpretive summary: Infant formula preparation [PDF, 15 KB]
Social science research
2023 Consumer Food Safety Insights Survey [PDF, 4.6 MB]
Awareness and knowledge of folate and folic acid: A survey of New Zealand women of child-bearing age [PDF, 2.7 MB]
Effective methods for engaging with YOPI on food safety matters [PDF, 2 MB]
Folic acid fortification: Consumers' attitudes and behaviours [PDF, 1.6 MB]
The role and use of fortified milk-based products in the diets of older infants and young children [PDF, 860 KB]
Understanding caregivers’ perceptions and use of follow-up formula and toddler milks in New Zealand and Australia [PDF, 1.7 MB]
SIGnposting Nutrition Study (SIGNS)
This research explores the feasibility of introducing front-of-pack (FOP) nutrition labels in New Zealand supermarkets.
SIGnposting Nutrition Study (SIGNS) – Final report [PDF, 233 KB]
Front of pack labelling from the perspectives of Māori, Pacific and low-income New Zealanders [PDF, 702 KB]
Other food labelling and social science research documents
Caffeine in guarana-containing foods [PDF, 142 KB]
