Time to speed sustainable palm oil supply
Global food giants have vowed to source all their palm oil sustainably by 2015 – but consumer pressure could grease the wheels for more rapid change.
Archives for December 21, 2009
Food safety trend drives record Neogen results
Continuing growth in Neogen’s food safety business spearheaded the company’s second quarter performance as it posted an 18 per cent increase in net income to $4.6m
Hazelnuts recalled on salmonella fears
Oregon hazelnut processor Willamette Shelling has recalled more than 114,000 pounds of shelled hazelnuts – also known as filberts – after finding salmonella in a production lot, the company has said.
Raisins do not cause hike in dental plaque acidity, study
Bran cereal with unsweetened raisins does not increase the levels of acid in dental plaque than bran flakes alone, which may put paid to the commonly held perception that raisins are acidogenic, claims a new US study.
Seasonal Video Greetings
Welcome to this seasonal holiday video from Decision News Media. As we prepare to celebrate our tenth anniversary next year and first year as part of William Reed Business Media, we present 10 fun number facts about our company. And, later this week, the...
Plastic pallet company defiant in face of DecaBDE phase-out pact
A company that makes plastic pallets containing toxic chemical DecaBDE said it will not withdraw them despite a pledge from several companies to phase out use of the substance over serious health concerns.
Food industry attacks weak Copenhagen climate change deal
Industry and NGOs alike have expressed disappointment and anger at the failure of the Copenhagen climate summit to produce a substantive deal.
British Heart Foundation survey sparks festive food spat
UK food manufacturers have slammed the latest report from the British Heart Foundation which alleges they are misleading mothers with false information about the fat, salt and sugar content of their children’s foods.
Volume sales of UK chocolate confectionery hit, report
Brands such as Kit Kat and Wispa are performing well but new data shows the UK chocolate confectionery market appears to be taking a hit from the economic downturn
Food processing trends and factors for success in North America
A study of North American food and beverage processors found Canadian players have closed the margin gap compared to their US rivals and there has been significant consolidation within the sectors.
Seasonal Video Greetings From Decision News Media
Welcome to this seasonal holiday video from Decision News Media.As we prepare to celebrate our tenth anniversary next year and first year as part of William Reed Business Media, we present 10 fun number facts about our company. And, later this week, the...