Smoked salmon business prosecuted after worker’s injury
The owner of a UK smoked salmon business has been ordered to pay more than £1,500 after a worker was injured when his hand was caught and crushed in machinery.
Archives for November 28, 2012
Zambeef turns in strong growth
African agri-business Zambeef has reported “robust” revenue growth over the past year, with a strong performance across its poultry, pork and beef divisions.
Sweeteners linked to higher weight gain: Rat study
Consumption of non-nutritive sweeteners such as saccharin and aspartame could lead to increases in weight, according to new data in rats.
‘Wikipedia-like’ information portal targets collaboration between industry and scientists
Researchers are developing a Wikipedia-like information platform that aims to translate scientific research into information the food industry can use to spur innovation, according to ttz Bremerhaven project manager Annika Gering.
Hot New Beverage Concepts for 2013: Episode One
The CEO of beverage development and innovation company MyDrink Beverages tells BeverageDaily.com why his firm's new non-alcoholic beverage concepts for 2013 could take the market by storm...
OSHA cites chemical manufacturer after explosion
A chemical manufacturer has been handed proposed penalties of nearly $80,000 following an explosion at one of its facilities in May.
Russia claims EU deception over bluetongue
The EU has been hiding outbreaks of a dangerous strain of the bluetongue virus, grossly violating veterinary rules and World Trade Organization (WTO) responsibilities, Russian veterinary authorities have claimed.
Synergies and mint trends: Wild and AM Todd one year on…
It has been a year since Wild’s acquisition of US-based mint specialist AM Todd and the flavours and ingredients firm says the deal has borne fruit on several levels – including allowing it to tap into new consumer flavour trends.
Norwegian dairy calls for action to avoid Christmas butter shortage
Norwegian dairy giant TINE has called upon the country’s government to reduce customs duties on butter imports to avoid a potential shortage over the Christmas period.