Organic sales set to slip, says Mintel
A new survey from Mintel shows that seeking out organic food is slipping down consumers’ ethical agenda as the credit crunch begins to bite.
Archives for November 25, 2008
Skullduggery and currency take their toll at Greencore
Greencore’s ingredients division helped the Irish firm achieve reasonable results, as the convenience foods division was hit by a cost concealment issue in its mineral water accounting.
Allura Red up for EFSA review in early '09
Allura Red is due to go up for discussion by the EFSA’s food additives panel in January, as the food safety agency fast tracks assessment of the ‘Southampton six’ in its broader review of food colourings used in the EU.
Metal detection tool minimises food loss, says US developer
A new metal detector targeted at the food processing sector offers minimal loss of good material due to a fast reacting, powerful pneumatic drive for the reject gate, says the manufacturer.
Beverages meet legal preservative limits, says UK survey
Soft drinks on sale in the UK were seen to have a near 100 per cent compliance with maximum levels of benzoates and sorbates used as preservatives, a survey by the Food Standards Agency has shown.
Low-protein wheat yield puts squeeze on UK bread flour supply
The price of bread flour looks set to soar after cereal quality survey results from the Home Grown Cereals Authority (HGCA) showed UK wheat quality to be lower than previously thought.
Cereal at breakfast aids healthy lifestyle: Study
Eating cereal at breakfast time can help people manage their weight and eat more healthily throughout the rest of the day, according to a new study.
Symrise VP discusses dairy portfolio expansion
The new alliance between Symrise and First Choice Ingredients reflects the flavor company’s strategic march into the US dairy market as it positions itself at the heart of America's dairyland for raw material sourcing.
Calls for stricter allergen labels in Canada
The proposed new regulations governing allergen labeling on packaged foods in Canada do not go far enough and need to be strengthened, according to an association of dieticians.
Whole grain health claims restricted, finds Kellogg-funded review
A study commissioned by the Kellogg Company has found that FDA’s definition of whole grains is restricting the use of health claims linking the grains to heart health and diabetes benefits.