Ukraine given go-ahead for poultry exports to EU
Ukraine has finally been given permission to export poultry products to the European Union (EU), but it is only likely to send around 2% of its production to the Continent, experts say.
Archives for December 14, 2012
European gluten-free thresholds are working to protect coeliacs, study finds
A maximum threshold of 20 mg of gluten contamination per kilogram of food marketed as gluten-free has been successful in protecting coeliac consumers in Europe, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Vion agrees management buyout for UK business
Dutch-based meat processing company Vion NV has agreed a management buyout of its UK pork business nearly one month after it was announced operations in the country would be sold.
It’s official! There are 222 general function approved health claims in the EU; 1500+ rejected
From today food and supplement products marketed in the EU’s 27 member states must comply with the article 13, permitted list of health claims or face prosecution for misleading marketing.
Modified monellin protein may have industry potential, say researchers
A natural high potency, low calorie, sweetener known as modified monellin protein could have potential uses in the food and beverage industry, say researchers.
Food makers turn to natural antioxidant blends to manage price spikes
Food manufacturers looking to extend shelf life with natural antioxidants have started using blended ingredients in an effort to deal with spiralling raw material costs, according to Frost & Sullivan.
Celiac-safe wheat? Traditional grains may have gluten-free potential despite negative study findings
The production of celiac safe food products from non-commercial, traditional wheat strains has great potential, despite a recent study suggesting some are not suitable, say researchers.