Yum! moves to deflect chicken antibiotic scandal
KFC parent company Yum! Brands has moved to reassure over the safety of its food after concerns over antibiotics used by two chicken suppliers to KFC China caused sales in the region to plummet.
Archives for January 10, 2013
Too many eco-labels could hinder uptake, says Organic Monitor
A proliferation of eco-labels could have adverse consequences, as food manufacturers question the value of certification schemes in light of a fragmented market and multiple fees, according to Organic Monitor.
Consumer understanding key to MAP technology, finds study
Consumers are willing to pay more an extended shelf life for meat in modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) as long as they understand the technology behind it, according to a study.
FSIS issues Lebanon bologna guidance after outbreak
The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has updated compliance guidance for Lebanon Bologna after an outbreak of E.coli O157:H7 in the product in 2011.
FSA survey: Majority of UK consumers back GM labelling
Two-thirds of UK consumers think it is important that genetically modified (GM) foods are labelled, although only 2% actively look for GM content when buying foods for the first time, according to a new report from the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
India damned by food wastage report
A quantity of wheat equivalent to the entire production of Australia goes to waste each year in India, according to a new report on global food wastage.
Saudi sheikhs issue conflicting fatwas on halal preparation
A noted Saudi cleric has told a Gulf television news channel that any food, apart from meat, that is cooked or prepared by non-Muslims is halal, and so can be eaten by Muslims.
Calcium plus vitamin D may slash body fat levels
Adding calcium and vitamin D supplements to an energy-restricted diet may boost the loss of body fat, compared to the diet alone, says a new study.
Average price per volume for energy drinks dropped 7.6% in 2012
While the price per volume of many ‘center of store’ food products rose in 2012, the average price per volume for energy drinks dropped 7.6% in 2012 vs 2011 across all grocery channels, according to Symphony IRI.
‘We’ve launched world’s first probiotic coffee’: Tipton Mills
Tipton Mills claims to have launched the world’s first probiotic coffee, which uses a new probiotic developed by Ganeden Biotech, and says one serving contains 10 times as many cultures as a standard probiotic yogurt.
OIE defends Brazil against ‘unjustified’ beef bans
The director general of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) has described embargoes on Brazilian beef over BSE fears as “unjustified” and called on countries that have imposed bans to lift them immediately.
Industry Voices: Healthy Choc Chief
Functional ingredients and chocolate the perfect match, says Good Cacao CEO
Good Cacao CEO talks to ConfectioneryNews.com about boosting the appeal of healthy chocolate, the functional ingredients to look out for in 2013 and challenges in formulation.
AFGC slams Coles' ‘Trojan horse’ tactic of own label discounting
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has slammed a move by one of the country’s major supermarket chains to heavily discount its private label products, accusing it of deploying a “Trojan horse” tactic.
Energy drinks and RTD coffee are fastest growers in US vending market
Energy drinks and ready to drink coffee are the fasting growing products in the vending market - although they still represent a relatively small chunk of the market - according to a new report from Packaged Facts.
Supply-demand imbalance escalating natural antioxidant market: F&S
A demand-supply imbalance has escalated the prices of natural antioxidants as food preservatives, leading to a trend to blend antioxidants to satisfy consumer demand for natural, says a new report.
Up to half of global food production goes to waste
As much as half of all food produced globally goes to waste, according to a new report that suggests governments in developed countries should instigate policies to change consumer expectations and attitudes to food waste.
Reducing bran compound can help make a tastier whole wheat loaf, say researchers
Controlling levels of a bran compound known as ferulic acid could help to improve the taste and smell of whole wheat bread products, researchers suggest.
Scientists challenge BPA links to heart, kidney disease
Scientists have disputed a study associating food contact material Bisphenol A (BPA) consumption to higher risk of heart and kidney disease in children and adolescents.
Coca-Cola China files police claim against ‘false’ fungicide rumors
The Coca-Cola Company has confirmed that it has filed a police report in China targeting recent internet hoax rumors that its orange juice contains an illegal fungicide, and will pursue legal redress.
Belarus plans new method to control meat quality
Belarus is planning to introduce a new system of meat quality control using UPC bar codes.
Nestlé quiet on Pfizer Nutrition-driven Latin American assets sale rumour
Nestlé has refused to comment on reports that it is working with financial advisory group Rothschild to sell more than $1bn of Latin American assets in an effort to win regulatory approval for its acquisition of Pfizer Nutrition.
What’s in Kraft’s innovation pipeline for 2013?
While Kraft’s 2013 innovation pipeline is dominated by line extensions - rather than blue sky innovation or entirely new product formats - it refreshes pantry staples with bolder flavors and capitalizes on trends towards healthier choices, flexible meals...