News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
A new report from the World Development Movement (WDM) links financial speculation to the rising cost of foods, and calls for effective regulation to curb banks betting on food prices in financial markets.
Tougher controls on Japanese food imports into the European Union introduced after the Fukushima nuclear accident in March have been extended to the end of the year, said Brussels.
Consumers seeking a healthier alternative to sugar-coated chocolate sweets are willing to pay up to a 10 per cent premium for tooth-friendly variations of sweets and confectionery products, if they came to market, according to Beneo
Increased intake of dietary potassium sources such as dairy foods, fruit and vegetables can reduce one’s risk of suffering a stroke, according to a new study by scientists in Sweden.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) novel foods approval for the fermented black bean extract called Touchi has been writ into law by the European Commission.
Despite its status as the world’s largest hot drinks manufacturer, Nestlé faces a tough battle for global dominance with Kraft in coffee due to the rising popularity of fresh coffee, according to Euromonitor International.