Controversial Arla super dairy gets green light
Arla has secured planning approval for its new £150m UK ‘mega dairy’, despite widespread local opposition to its plans.
Archives for September 25, 2011
Lobby groups hamper GM foods take-up in Europe, claims report
Anti-GMO groups are hugely influential on policy making in the EU and are threatening public acceptance of the technology in the bloc, new research suggests.
Cargill flavours buy not transformational but good fit for Kerry, analyst
Kerry’s acquisition of Cargill’s flavour systems for €168m ($230m) is by no means transformational but will boost the Irish ingredient firm’s beverages and dairy flavours portfolio, claims an analyst.
Thai distributor to launch its own ingredient for protein texture
Thai distribution company Rama Production Co. Ltd. has said it intends to launch its own ingredient for improved texture, binding and cost reductions in meat, seafood and bakery products, after more than 25 years in the food ingredient distribution business.
India consumerism: trend towards eco-friendliness
Indian consumers are increasingly aware of environmental and sustainability practices in the food industry but are unable to afford eco-friendly goods, according to a Nielsen survey.
Start-up woos ‘hormone-conscious’ consumers with estrogen-free soy
A Delaware-based firm that has patented a process to remove estrogen and other unwanted components from soy is in advanced negotiations with manufacturers of soy foods to license its technology.
Danisco puts clean-label preservative options firmly on the table
Objections to using natural preservatives based on efficacy are being taken ‘off the table’, says Danisco following the launch of its new natural anti-fungal blend.
Canadian energy drink ‘drug’ designation not in consumer interest, CBA
Tough new regulations concerning classifying energy drinks as 'stimulant drug containing drinks' in Canada are not in the interest of consumers, according to the Canadian Beverage Association (CBA).
Traceability key to avoiding deadly E.coli crisis re-run, expert
Effective traceability systems are key to avoiding a repeat of the drawn-out E.coli crisis, where the German food industry lost control to health authorities, according to a crisis management expert.
Beetroot extract could provide natural replacement for carmine: Synthite
A newly developed natural food colouring made from beetroot extracts could be a solution to replacing carmine colours made from insects, according to ingredient producer Synthite.
Del Monte products to go mass in India
FieldFresh Foods, which sells the Del Monte brand of packaged food and juices in India, is planning to expand beyond the urban areas in India, it recently reported.