Germans more concerned about environment than food safety
Germans see environmental issues as more of a risk to their health than food, according to a new survey from the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR).
Archives for November 21, 2008
Food manufacturers told to drop prices
Food manufacturers should lower food prices following a significant drop in the cost of commodities and energy, according to the National Corn Growers Association’s CEO, Rick Tolman.
Milk quota reforms distort trade, says UK dairy industry
EU agriculture ministers yesterday agreed on further measures designed to progressively liberalise the bloc’s dairy sector, but industry associations have said these will simply lead to more market distortion.
Industry response to gum arabic calorie count decision
The notification by the FDA that it has no objection to the lowering of the caloric value of gum arabic in the US has met with a mixed response from the food industry over its significance.
New products have little impact on consumers
The majority of consumers can’t remember any new products that have been launched in the last year and appear unwilling to risk their money on trying something new, survey results showed.
ABF ready to buy Ebro’s sugar business – in principle
Associated British Foods has reached an agreement in principle to acquire Ebro Puleva’s sugar business for €385m – a deal that would further fortify the world’s second biggest sugar firm.
Yeast extract demand prompts Leiber expansion
Leiber is in the midst of a major expansion of its yeast production facilities in Germany, as it build capacity by 50 per cent to cater to greater market demand.
Seaweed gel may help reduce energy intake
Consuming a strongly gelled alginate drink may reduce daily energy intakes by about seven per cent and play a role in weight management, says a new study.
Yakult targets military in US expansion efforts
Leading probiotic group Yakult has pursued an original marketing strategy in an effort to establish its brand in the US by striking an agreement with the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA).