All news articles for January 2013

Cocoa deficit unlikely, says Euromonitor. Photo Credit: World Cocoa Foundation

No cocoa crisis in 2017, says Euromonitor

By Oliver Nieburg

Euromonitor International is predicting that demand for cocoa products will not outstrip supply by 2017, contrary to the International Cocoa Organization’s (ICCO) forecasted cocoa deficit.

Russia claims loss of confidence in EU animal products

Russia claims loss of confidence in EU animal products

By Vladislav Vorotnikov

Following the introduction of new restrictions on imports of animal products from the EU, Russian officials have warned the Russian industry has completely lost confidence in EU producers.

Russia imposes more import bans

Russia imposes more import bans

By Vladislav Vorotnikov

Russian veterinary watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor has announced temporary bans on the meat products of nine foreign companies, to be imposed from 23 January.

Rabbi Moskovitz in his QC robe...

Kosher gains ground as global QC measure

By Shane Starling

Having foods and ingredients approved by Jewish rabbis may not seem a matter that would of great importance to non-Jewish food and supplement manufacturers – not so.

Australia sees dowturn in beef exports to Russia

Australia sees dowturn in beef exports to Russia

By Carina Perkins

Australian beef exports to Russia were “sluggish” last year as a result of competition from South America and increased demand for Australian manufacturing beef in the US, according to the latest data from Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA).

Modified machine guard led to severed fingertip

Modified machine guard led to severed fingertip

By Rod Addy

The severing of a woman’s fingertip at King Asia Foods in Doncaster would not have happened if the firm had not modified a hopper guard and adequately communicated procedures for unblocking it.

European outlook: Interview with UECBV secretary general

European outlook: Interview with UECBV secretary general

By Carmen Paun

Globalmeatnews.com speaks to Jean-Luc Mériaux, secretary general of the European Livestock and Meat Trading Union (UECBV) about the priority markets for EU meat exports, and some of the challenges faced by European exporters and producers.

Britvic makes Tango, Robinsons, J2O and Fruit Shoot

Britvic’s merger with AG Barr delayed

By Lorraine Mullaney

Britvic’s merger with AG Barr has been delayed by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), which extended its timetable for a decision today (January 14).

EU meat producers eye Japanese market

EU meat producers eye Japanese market

By Carmen Paun, in Brussels

The European Union (EU) should become the second supplier of pork to the Japanese market once a planned EU-Japan free trade agreement (FTA) is in place, Jean-Luc Mériaux, secretary general of the European Livestock and Meat Trading Union (UECBV) told Globalmeatnews.com...

Brazil positive on pork

Brazil positive on pork

By Carina Perkins

The Brazilian pork industry has said it was “optimistic” about export prospects for 2013, predicting higher-than-average prices and a resolution to Russian trade embargoes.

Cutlery choice could affect food enjoyment, study suggests

Cutlery choice could affect food enjoyment, study suggests

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The way in which people interact with food – including the utensils they choose – could affect how foods are perceived and enjoyed, according to a new study published in the Journal of Sensory Studies.

EU toughens up on non-payers

EU toughens up on non-payers

By Hannah Drozdz

New legislation on late payment of debt is due to be introduced by the EU in March of this year. Corporate lawyer Hannah Drozdz explains the new rules.

UK MRSA debate continues

UK MRSA debate continues

By Nicholas Robinson

Soil Association policy advisor Richard Young has welcomed comments about MRSA and the use of antibiotics on farms made by vet James Marsen.

Up to half of global food production goes to waste

Up to half of global food production goes to waste

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

As much as half of all food produced globally goes to waste, according to a new report that suggests governments in developed countries should instigate policies to change consumer expectations and attitudes to food waste.

Most consumers would like labels to indicate GM presence

FSA survey: Majority of UK consumers back GM labelling

By Caroline SCOTT-THOMAS

Two-thirds of UK consumers think it is important that genetically modified (GM) foods are labelled, although only 2% actively look for GM content when buying foods for the first time, according to a new report from the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

A variety of Lebanon Bologna not assocated with the recall Picture copyright Flickr: Kent Wang

FSIS issues Lebanon bologna guidance after outbreak

By Joe Whitworth

The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has updated compliance guidance for Lebanon Bologna after an outbreak of E.coli O157:H7 in the product in 2011.

Too many eco-labels could hinder uptake, says Organic Monitor

Too many eco-labels could hinder uptake, says Organic Monitor

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

A proliferation of eco-labels could have adverse consequences, as food manufacturers question the value of certification schemes in light of a fragmented market and multiple fees, according to Organic Monitor.

Hot chocolate tastes better in an orange cup: study

Hot chocolate tastes better in an orange cup: study

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Recent research shows that the color of beverage containers influences consumer enjoyment, with results indicating that orange and dark-cream colored cups enhanced the flavor, sweetness and aroma of hot chocolate.

EFSA verdict on pathogen risk from food of non-animal origin

EFSA verdict on food of non-animal origin

By Rod Addy

Germs from food of non-animal origin (FoNAO) were responsible for almost half the number of deaths caused by food-transmitted pathogens, according to European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) analysis.

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