Frozen food less energy-intensive than chilled
A UK report has revealed that frozen food can be less energy-intensive than chilled food.
Archives for September 3, 2012
Cargill builds science for new high-intensity Monatin sweetener
Extracts from the South African plant Sclerochiton ilicifolius are amongst the ‘most potently sweet naturally occurring substances known’, report scientists from ingredients giant Cargill.
Packaging chemical link to cardiovascular disease
A chemical found commonly in food packaging has been linked to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and peripheral arterial disease (PAD), according to a report published online by the Archives of Internal Medicine.
Coconut oil could combat tooth decay
Coconut oil could soon be making waves in the oral health arena, after new research reveals it is able to attack the bacteria that cause tooth decay.
European meat body calls for food strategy
The European Livestock and Meat Trades Union (UECBV) has called for European politicians to treat food strategy with higher importance, saying food safety is one of the main concerns facing the world.
Latin America and Asia to dominate global bakery
As bakery growth flattens in Western economies, Latin America and Asia Pacific are two emerging markets that are set to dominate global bakery growth, an analyst suggests.
Irish CPG firms eye US retail market
Enterprise Ireland invited executives from major US retailers to stay an extra day following the Navy-Notre Dame football game in Dublin on Sunday to meet with Irish consumer goods companies that have potential to expand their presence in the US market.
Campbell Soup CEO: ‘The pace of our progress needs to accelerate’
Campbell Soup impressed investors with higher-than-expected earnings in the fourth quarter but admitted that its turnaround “is taking us longer than we anticipated”.
Jamba Juice all-natural lawsuit moves into new phase
A California judge has granted in part a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit filed against Jamba Juice over ‘all-natural’ claims, but has given the plaintiff the right to amend his complaint.
Organic produce is no healthier or nutritious, finds review
Organic produce offers no benefits over conventional farming methods when it comes to nutrition and health, according to the findings of a new wide ranging review of the evidence.
Coca-Cola gets nod to market energy drinks in India
Beverage major Coca-Cola Company has been given the green light by Indian authorities to manufacture and sell energy drinks in the country.
‘Stealth health’ may account for decline in low salt label claims
European food manufacturers are embracing ‘stealth health’ when it comes to salt reduction, according to International Programme Lead for World Action on Salt and Health (WASH) Clare Farrand.
South Korea dismisses EU trade concerns
The Korea Trade Commission (KTC) has dismissed fears for the future of South Korean pork processing after an indigenous company blamed falling sales on cheap European imports following a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU).
Breaking News: Tillmann steps down from Vion
Vion boss Uwe Tillmann has stepped down from his role with the company, the meat giant has announced.